Instinct Eau de Toilette bottle Instinct
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Instinct
An energetic burst of citrus and cardamom over a clean woody base, Instinct is a breezy, everyday masculine that never tries too hard. Effortless, crisp, and a classic budget pick for spring and summer.
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Our Verdict - Follow Your Instinct
A playful citrus-spice that's seen a bit of a glow-up since its launch. Initially dismissed as fleeting and uninspired, some reckon it opens up nicely, especially in the heat. Don't expect miracles, but for a cheapie, it holds its own.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 27%
Floral 3% 2%
Fruity 5% 6%
Green 4% 2%
Sweet 20% 27%
Warm 29% 31%
Woody 17% 15%
Earthy 20% 18%
Animalic 1% 2%
Fresh 15% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Instinct EdT
Follow Your Instinct EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 28% vs 53%
Orange 16% vs 46%
Shared Notes
Cardamom 38% vs 27%
Star Anise 33% vs 37%
Allspice 27% vs 35%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 42% vs 35%
Vetiver 31% vs 26%
Amber 26% vs 38%

Accords

Instinct Follow Your Instinct
100%
Fresh
95%
Citrus
100%
80%
Spicy
70%
Woody
52%
55%
Green
Amber
55%
Anis
55%
Patchouli
52%
Aromatic
48%
Earthy
47%
100%
Citrus shared
95%
100%
80%
Woody shared
70%
52%
55%
55%
55%
52%
48%
47%

Performance

Instinct Follow Your Instinct
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Instinct

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The crisp citrus and green spicy freshness make Instinct ideal for spring and summer, providing an uplifting clean feel in warmer weather. Its lightness makes it less suited to colder months.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its subtle projection and approachable, clean citrus profile work well for office and casual settings. Not dressy or rich enough for formal evenings, but its energy suits active and daytime use.

Follow Your Instinct

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and light profile, coupled with reports of average projection and longevity, make it ideal for casual wear or the gym. While suitable for office, its lack of gravitas limits its use for formal events or a date night where you want to make a lasting impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
98%
Accord
38%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Woody accords and Star Anise, Allspice notes

Key Differences

Different accord profile

Where to buy

Instinct
Follow Your Instinct
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