Pulse
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Diana
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Beyoncé's Pulse is as divisive as marmite, a love-it-or-hate-it citrus-vanilla cocktail that promises big but often delivers a fleeting fizz. It's affordable and fun for some, but many find its performance a major let-down and its character a bit too 'orange soda'.
Marien Diana opens on green mandarin citrus into a jasmine-rose floral heart, drying down on vanilla and musk with sandalwood and ambergris for warmth. The Marien line's softest unisex - more bright-floral than the brand's oud-amber spine.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 27% |
| Floral | 34% | 31% |
| Fruity | 7% | 7% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 27% | 30% |
| Warm | 3% | 2% |
| Woody | 8% | 8% |
| Earthy | 3% | 1% |
| Animalic | 10% | 15% |
| Fresh | 16% | 13% |
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Heart Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, energetic, and subtle nature, coupled with frequent complaints about poor longevity and sillage, make it suitable for casual wear or light sport. It's generally too indistinct and short-lived for formal settings and probably won't project enough for a serious date, though some find it romantic.
Seasons
Green mandarin opening and bright jasmine-rose heart read brightly through spring and summer. Vanilla-musk-sandalwood base gives transitional autumn carry; winter undersells the citrus-floral character.
Occasions
Bright floral character with vanilla-musk warmth suits daily wear, dates, and office. Formal evening undersells the brightness; casual day rotation is the sweet spot.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Citrus, Sweet accords and Jasmine, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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