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Which Should You Buy?
Pleasures Exotic is a vibrant, fruity-floral that screams summer holiday. People either love its juicy, tropical vibe, or they get an unpleasant metallic or 'celery' note. Be warned: older bottles are notorious for turning rancid, so buy new if you can find one.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Many found it a unique, fresh citrus with a twist, perfect for summer. Others, however, considered it a 'scrubber', bringing on headaches and nausea with its intense, bitter green notes.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 20% |
| Floral | 14% | 17% |
| Fruity | 22% | 12% |
| Green | 14% | 14% |
| Sweet | 18% | 19% |
| Warm | 1% | 0% |
| Woody | 18% | 27% |
| Earthy | 2% | 0% |
| Animalic | 9% | 1% |
| Fresh | 21% | 21% |
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Top Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, fruity, and light accords make it perfect for casual wear and warmer weather activities. While some find it too strong for the office, its generally clean profile means it can work in more relaxed professional settings. It's too playful for formal events.
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
Its fresh, citrusy nature leans into casual and sporty situations, especially in hot weather as many reviewers noted. The polarising nature and potential for strong sillage make it less suited for office or formal settings, where it might offend.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Floral accords and Peach, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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