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Pulse Eau de Parfum bottle Pulse EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2011 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££
Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pulse EDP
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'.
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Our Verdict - Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP
This one's a divisive citrus-floral with a musky drydown. Some call it a sophisticated, sparkling treasure, while others detect a synthetic 'air freshener' or even 'pickle' vibe. If you love a fruity-floral shampoo-like freshness, it's worth a try, but be warned, some find it a bit too 'old' or headache-inducing.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pulse EDP
Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange 44% vs 14%
Bergamot 30% vs 15%
Only in Pulse
Pear Blossom 24%
Only in Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
Pomelo 22% Pear 19% Red Berries 16% Kumquat 13%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 32% vs 14%
Peony 31% vs 20%
Only in Pulse
Orchid 37%
Only in Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
Gardenia 28% Tulip 20% Water Lily 18%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 42% vs 21%
Musk 29% vs 22%
Only in Pulse
Woody 28%
Only in Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
Amber 19% Cedar 19% Sandalwood 19%

Accords

Pulse Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
100%
Citrus
100%
58%
Floral
74%
68%
Vanilla
Fresh
67%
45%
Sweet
65%
Fruity
64%
54%
Powdery
50%
Woody
49%
Aquatic
47%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Floral shared
58%
74%
68%
67%
Sweet shared
45%
65%
64%
Powdery shared
54%
50%
49%
47%

Performance

Pulse Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pulse

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

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.

Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fresh, clean character makes it suitable for casual wear and can work well in an office setting if applied sparingly. The underlying warmth and sensuality also make it a decent choice for dates, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events. While fresh, it's not a dedicated sport scent.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, floral, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pulse EDP
Victoria’s Secret Angel Gold EDP
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