Scandal Pour Homme Intense
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
212 VIP Black NY Rodeo
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Which Should You Buy?
A striking blend of leather, vetiver, and spicy aromatics, Scandal Pour Homme Intense is a bold, modern masculine with real presence. It's assertive and refined, ideal for cooler nights and commanding attention.
This one's a divisive affair. Some reckon its a mature, aromatic upgrade to the 212 VIP Black line, praising its restrained leather and herbal twists. Others just find it offensive, an old-fashioned misstep in a fancy bottle. Definitely try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 5% | 6% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 28% | 30% |
| Sweet | 0% | 5% |
| Warm | 10% | 9% |
| Woody | 28% | 23% |
| Earthy | 23% | 27% |
| Animalic | 26% | 11% |
| Fresh | 13% | 18% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dominant leather, vetiver, and spicy warmth make this best for cooler fall and winter days, while the herbal-aromatic opening lets it work in spring. It may feel too heavy for hot summer weather.
Occasions
Scandal Pour Homme Intense projects well and is bold and sensual, making it ideal for date nights and evening events. Its intensity can be too much for the office or sporty settings, but it works well for formal occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for evening wear and dates, but the prominent leather and bitter notes may be too bold for everyday casual wear. Some find it suitable for the office due to its more mature profile, while others consider it too 'offensive' for such settings, suggesting it's best reserved for more deliberate occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Woody, Earthy accords and Leather, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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