Explicite EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2020 | Year | 2003 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Boss Intense EDP
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper divisive scent. Sweet, spicy, and floral with a creamy praline heart, it's either a sophisticated, luxurious powerhouse or an overpowering, headache-inducing disaster that dries down to an off-putting woodiness. Not one for a blind buy.
A divisive yet much-loved discontinued gem from Hugo Boss, this one causes a stir. Some find it a masculine, heady mess, while others adore its warm, sensual, and undeniably intense character. If you can find it, it's a bold statement.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance, Explicite is better suited for occasions where it can make a statement. Its sweet, dense floral-gourmand profile makes it ideal for dates and evening formal events, while its intensity means it could be too much for office or sport wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong, sensual, and spicy character with good longevity makes it less suitable for office or sport. It truly shines for evening dates or formal events where its alluring depth can be appreciated, though some wear it casually too.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, powdery, amber
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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