Reveal Men Eau de Parfum vs Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Reveal Men

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2015	Year	2013
££	Price Tier	£

Dark Temptation

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A

Reveal Men

B

Dark Temptation

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Reveal Men Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper wild card. Some reckon it's Calvin Klein's best-kept secret - a sweet, boozy, fruity delight with surprising longevity. Others, though, find it a synthetic, syrupy mess, like a rotten fruit or a sickly sweet headache. Definitely try before you buy, but if you do blind buy and love it, you've bagged a bargain beast.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Dark Temptation is a cult classic, a nostalgic hit for a generation. Despite the brand's reputation, this chocolatey gourmand defied expectations and became a beloved cheapie. You either get it or you don't - and those who get it, REALLY get it.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	3%
Floral	3%	1%
Fruity	9%	14%
Green	15%	26%
Sweet	28%	25%
Warm	17%	24%
Woody	10%	3%
Earthy	13%	11%
Animalic	8%	1%
Fresh	19%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Reveal Men EdP

Dark Temptation EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pear 22% vs 24%

Ginger 15% vs 24%

Only in Reveal Men Eau de Parfum

Melon 24% Brandy 23% Mastic 16%

Only in Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Cherry 27% Coriander 24%

Only in Reveal Men Eau de Parfum

Agave 32% Salt 26% Suede 22% Clary Sage 20%

Only in Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Pimiento 35% Sage 33% Basil 32%

Shared Notes

Amber 31% vs 16%

Only in Reveal Men Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 45% Vetiver 23%

Only in Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Dark Chocolate 27% Vanilla 21% Cream 20% Patchouli 16%

Accords

Reveal Men Eau de Parfum Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

100%

Aquatic

92%

Sweet

100%

89%

Fruity

86%

Amber

51%

70%

Vanilla

86%

85%

Aromatic

46%

80%

Fresh

57%

Warm Spicy

80%

Chocolate

80%

73%

Woody

71%

Ozonic

Cacao

49%

Patchouli

47%

Cherry

47%

Lactonic

45%

Aquatic

100%

Sweet shared

92%

100%

Fruity

89%

Amber shared

86%

51%

Vanilla shared

70%

86%

Aromatic shared

85%

46%

Fresh

80%

Warm Spicy shared

57%

80%

Chocolate

80%

Woody

73%

Ozonic

71%

Cacao

49%

Patchouli

47%

Cherry

47%

Lactonic

45%

Performance

Reveal Men Eau de Parfum Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Reveal Men Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its strong sweetness and impressive performance make it less ideal for a formal office setting, where it might be too much. However, its 'beast mode' quality, fruity-boozy accords and mentions of being 'sexy' mean it's a solid choice for dates, casual outings, or even clubbing, particularly in cooler weather.

Dark Temptation Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its sweet and gourmand nature makes it highly suitable for casual settings and dates, especially given its association with attracting compliments. The strength and sweetness could be overwhelming in an office or formal environment, and it's not designed for sport.