83%

Euphoria Extrait

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Side Effect Eau de Parfum bottle Side Effect EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2016 Year -
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Side Effect EDP
A boozy, spiced, tobacco-vanilla powerhouse-Side Effect is unapologetically seductive and luxurious. Not for the faint of heart, it leaves a lingering, unforgettable trail that commands attention and embraces the night.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Euphoria Extrait
Euphoria is Aromara's take on Initio Side Effect, matching the boozy rum-and-tobacco signature that made the original a cult niche pick. Built at 35% Extrait it holds the spiced-tobacco warmth well, though it plays sweeter and less smoky than Initio's richer original.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Side Effect EDP
Euphoria Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Cinnamon 61% vs 42%
Only in Side Effect
Saffron 38%
Only in Euphoria
Rum 57%
Shared Notes
Tobacco 41% vs 57%
Only in Side Effect
Vanilla 40% Hedione 19%
Only in Euphoria
Saffron 42%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 43% vs 32%
Musk 23% vs 28%
Only in Side Effect
Tonka Bean 33%
Only in Euphoria
Vanilla 40%

Accords

Side Effect Euphoria
95%
Warm Spicy
55%
Tobacco
85%
80%
Rum
70%
Woody
35%
65%
Sweet
65%
60%
Gourmand
Boozy
60%
Warm Spicy shared
95%
55%
85%
Rum
80%
Woody shared
70%
35%
Sweet shared
65%
65%
60%
60%

Performance

Side Effect Euphoria
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Side Effect

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The dense blend of rum, tobacco, vanilla, and warm spices makes Side Effect ideal for cold weather and crisp fall evenings, where its richness and projection can truly shine. It may feel too heavy or cloying in heat, but works for spring's chillier days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its intoxicating sillage and warmth, Side Effect excels at evening, date, and formal wear, creating a seductive aura. Its boldness and sweetness are often too much for office or sporty situations.

Euphoria

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A warm, boozy tobacco-spice composition built for cold weather; too heavy and sweet for spring or summer wear.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Bold and seductive enough for evening dates and formal winter occasions; too warm and projecting for the office or daytime casual wear.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, warm spicy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Side Effect EDP
Euphoria Extrait
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