Sublime Époque
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2011 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pulse
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Creamy tuberose, soft jasmine, and smooth vanilla deliver a surprisingly elegant floral at a bargain price. Subtle, polished, and quietly romantic, it outperforms expectations for daily wear.
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 | 30% | 20% |
| Floral | 33% | 34% |
| Fruity | 3% | 7% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 26% | 27% |
| Warm | 3% | 3% |
| Woody | 12% | 8% |
| Earthy | 3% | 3% |
| Animalic | 5% | 10% |
| Fresh | 18% | 16% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The creamy white floral heart and bright bergamot opening make it ideal for spring, while vanilla and powdery nuances give it some versatility for cool fall days. The lack of deep warmth or heavy woods limits its winter appeal, and moderate projection suits temperate weather.
Occasions
Its gentle projection and smooth, clean floral character make it appropriate for the office and daytime outings, while the creamy vanilla and tuberose add a romantic touch for dates. It's less suited for sporty or highly formal occasions.
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, Floral, Powdery accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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