Cloud 2.0 Intense
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Bal d'Afrique Absolu
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Cloud 2.0 Intense is Ariana Grande's most decadent and enveloping creation yet, layering fluffy marshmallow, musky woods, and lashings of fruit into a sweet, edible cloud that lingers boldly and seductively.
This "Absolu" take on Bal d'Afrique is a divisive one. Fans of the original may find it too sweet or Baccarat Rouge-adjacent, while others applaud its enhanced richness and performance. It's a crowd-pleaser for many, but not for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 19% |
| Floral | 12% | 8% |
| Fruity | 13% | 10% |
| Green | 6% | 7% |
| Sweet | 25% | 18% |
| Warm | 5% | 4% |
| Woody | 11% | 15% |
| Earthy | 3% | 9% |
| Animalic | 13% | 20% |
| Fresh | 22% | 20% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Cloud 2.0 Intense thrives in cooler weather, where its dense sweetness, creamy marshmallow and musky-amber base feel most comforting and enveloping. It can work in early spring, but the intensity and warmth are best suited for fall and winter.
Occasions
The bold, sweet, and musky character makes it ideal for dates and cozy settings where you want to stand out. It is too assertive and creamy for office or sport, but can work for casual or evening formal occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and versatile, uplifting profile make it suitable for most occasions. While it’s robust enough for dates and casual wear, some perceive it as too sweet or strong for a very formal setting, or too prominent for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Sweet accords and Praline, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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