Pulse
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
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'.
Skip this one unless you're buying for an actual child. It's a simple, sweet citrus with a forgettable drydown, more a novelty than a proper fragrance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 27% |
| Floral | 34% | 28% |
| Fruity | 7% | 7% |
| Green | 3% | 1% |
| Sweet | 27% | 36% |
| Warm | 3% | 13% |
| Woody | 8% | 2% |
| Earthy | 3% | 5% |
| Animalic | 10% | 6% |
| Fresh | 16% | 14% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
Occasions
Its bright, unoffensive citrus top makes it somewhat suitable for casual daytime wear or even light sport, though it lacks sophistication for formal events. The very light performance means it won't offend in an office but also won't make an impression on a date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Orchid, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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