Is The Essence Vault In to You (Male) - 888 a dupe of Calvin Klein CK IN2U for Him?
CK IN2U for Him EDT
Calvin Klein by Carlos Benaïm, Loc Dong, Jean-Marc Chaillan, Bruno Jovanovic Original FavouriteWhere they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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- CK IN2U for Him
- In to You (Male) - 888
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive cheapie: some call it a uniquely fresh, comforting scent, others label it a weak, synthetic 'nothingburger' with woeful performance. Expect a short-lived citrus and cacao curiosity, not a showstopper.
A fair everyday copy of CK IN2U for Him's unusual lemon-tomato-cacao contrast - the green citrus opening is well matched, but like the original, this one runs out of steam within a few hours, only slightly faster.
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its poor longevity and weak projection make it a poor choice for formal events or dates where you want to make an impression. However, its fresh, clean nature and subtle sillage are suitable for office wear, casual settings, and even after a workout, as it won't overpower anyone.
Seasons
A fresh, green citrus scent that suits warm weather and feels out of place in winter.
Occasions
Casual and sporty by design, easy for everyday wear; too informal for the office or a formal event.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 6 notes is in the original, including Cacao Pod, Musk, Vetiver
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
In to You (Male) - 888 EDP
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