Signature
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pulse
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. For some, it's a creamy, dreamy vanilla-citrus delight; for others, it's a screechy, sour mess. The debate rages, but the fans are fiercely loyal, hailing it as an effortless, clean girl staple. Just don't blind buy unless you like a gamble.
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'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 20% |
| Floral | 29% | 34% |
| Fruity | 7% | 7% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 34% | 27% |
| Warm | 5% | 3% |
| Woody | 1% | 8% |
| Earthy | 1% | 3% |
| Animalic | 11% | 10% |
| Fresh | 18% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft projection and non-offensive profile make it perfect for the office and casual wear. While pleasant for a relaxed date, its intimate nature and lack of 'oomph' make it less suitable for formal events or energetic sport activities.
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Vanilla, Floral accords and Peony, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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