Ungaro pour L'Homme III Eau de Parfum bottle Ungaro pour L'Homme III
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1993 Year 1986
£ Price Tier ££
Explosive Eau de Parfum bottle Explosive

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ungaro pour L'Homme III
A divisive old-school charmer that's truly a tale of two fragrances: the revered original and the often-maligned reformulation. If you snag a vintage bottle, prepare for a sophisticated blend of boozy rose and rich woods; otherwise, brace yourself for potential disappointment.
Statement
Our Verdict - Explosive
A love-it-or-hate-it chypre beast from the 80s, Explosive lives up to its name with a dark, complex rose that demands attention. Not for the faint-hearted, this one splits opinions but delivers incredible longevity for those who dare.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 12%
Floral 28% 28%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 13% 10%
Sweet 10% 9%
Warm 5% 9%
Woody 20% 16%
Earthy 13% 18%
Animalic 5% 4%
Fresh 21% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ungaro pour L'Homme III EdP
Explosive EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 36% vs 33%
Geranium 26% vs 27%
Only in Ungaro pour L'Homme III
Jasmine 19%
Only in Explosive
Orris 22%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 18% vs 17%
Patchouli 17% vs 22%
Vetiver 16% vs 19%
Oakmoss 16% vs 25%
Musk 15% vs 14%
Only in Ungaro pour L'Homme III
Cedar 16%

Accords

Ungaro pour L'Homme III Explosive
100%
Aromatic
97%
95%
Woody
100%
52%
Earthy
90%
72%
Rose
83%
Mossy
69%
60%
Fresh Spicy
63%
62%
Alcoholic
Patchouli
62%
60%
Lavender
50%
Warm Spicy
60%
58%
Herbal
50%
Powdery
55%
52%
Citrus
Aromatic shared
100%
97%
Woody shared
95%
100%
Earthy shared
52%
90%
Rose shared
72%
83%
69%
Fresh Spicy shared
60%
63%
62%
62%
60%
Warm Spicy shared
50%
60%
Herbal shared
58%
50%
55%
52%

Performance

Ungaro pour L'Homme III Explosive
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ungaro pour L'Homme III

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its sophisticated, woody-aromatic character makes it highly suitable for formal events and date nights. While wearable in an office setting, its depth and classic style might feel a bit much for casual wear, and it's certainly not built for sport.

Explosive

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its "beast mode" performance and aggressive sillage make it unsuitable for the office, as many reviews confirm it can be overwhelming for others. However, its dark, sensual rose and strong character are perfect for special evenings or formal events where making a statement is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
94%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
91%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Rose accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ungaro pour L'Homme III
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