212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle 212 VIP Black Elixir
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2017 Year 2024
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Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum bottle Charisma Pour Homme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper mixed bag. Some reckon it's a stellar night out scent, a compliment magnet for the younger crowd. Others dismiss it as a generic, synthetic mess with woeful performance, a victim of reformulation. Expect it to be divisive.
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Our Verdict - Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Seriously, the hype is real with Charisma Pour Homme; it's a stellar Elixir-alike that delivers way above its price point. It's a sweet, attention-grabbing monster that will have you smelling delicious.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 12% 9%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 23% 11%
Sweet 30% 41%
Warm 18% 15%
Woody 0% 3%
Earthy 3% 5%
Animalic 9% 8%
Fresh 22% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
212 VIP Black Elixir EdP
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Notes

212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum
Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Only in 212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum
Absinth 46% Anise 31% Fennel 23%
Only in Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Lavender 56% Mint 44%
Only in 212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum
Lavender 100%
Only in Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 64% Benzoin 36%
Shared Notes
Musk 36% vs 21%
Only in 212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 64%
Only in Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Honey 32% Tonka Bean 29% Tobacco 18%

Accords

212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
69%
96%
Vanilla
100%
79%
Anis
60%
Sweet
79%
77%
Lavender
63%
73%
Musky
49%
Honey
67%
66%
Powdery
54%
Amber
63%
62%
Bitter
Green
52%
44%
Fresh Spicy
51%
Aromatic shared
100%
69%
Vanilla shared
96%
100%
79%
Sweet shared
60%
79%
Lavender shared
77%
63%
Musky shared
73%
49%
67%
Powdery shared
66%
54%
63%
62%
52%
Fresh Spicy shared
44%
51%

Performance

212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its sweet and aromatic profile, coupled with a generally moderate performance, makes it unsuitable for professional settings. It shines on dates and casual nights out where its playful charm and 'clubbing' vibe can be appreciated, though some find it versatile enough for formal evening events.

Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Charisma Pour Homme's strong sillage and sweet profile make it less suitable for office environments, but it shines on dates and casual outings where its alluring projection will gather compliments. It leans too warm and heavy for active wear, but could pass for a more relaxed formal event.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
84%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
83%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum
Charisma Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
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