Armani Code Elixir vs Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Armani Code Elixir

Parfum	Concentration	Parfum
M	Gender	M
2023	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	££

Polo Red Extreme

ScentArt

View live ScentArt Armani Code Elixir

Polo Red Extreme Parfum ScentArt visualisation

View live ScentArt Polo Red Extreme

Full Screen Compare

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Armani Code Elixir

A magnetic, ambery leather powerhouse with plush sweetness and smoky warmth - the most opulent, seductive Code yet. Not for the timid, Elixir is darkly addictive and perfect for making a statement on cold nights.

Statement

Our Verdict - Polo Red Extreme Parfum

A punchy, addictive coffee-leather gourmand for those who crave boldness and warmth. Not for the shy, this is a confident signature with a dark, energising twist. Best worn when you want to leave a lasting impression.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	26%	30%
Floral	3%	0%
Fruity	8%	5%
Green	0%	0%
Sweet	43%	25%
Warm	14%	18%
Woody	4%	10%
Earthy	8%	13%
Animalic	14%	9%
Fresh	9%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Armani Code Elixir Parfum

Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Notes

Top Notes

Mandarin 100%

Top Notes

Orange 80% Lemon 20%

Heart Notes

Leather 55% Liquor 45%

Heart Notes

Coffee 53% Ginger 37% Cacao Butter 10%

Base Notes

Tonka Bean 100%

Base Notes

Vanilla 37% Leather 34% Cedar 29%

Only in Armani Code Elixir

Mandarin 100%

Only in Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Orange 80% Lemon 20%

Only in Armani Code Elixir

Leather 55% Liquor 45%

Only in Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Coffee 53% Ginger 37% Cacao Butter 10%

Only in Armani Code Elixir

Tonka Bean 100%

Only in Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Vanilla 37% Leather 34% Cedar 29%

Accords

Armani Code Elixir Polo Red Extreme Parfum

95%

Leather

55%

60%

Warm Spicy

85%

70%

Amber

55%

Citrus

70%

55%

Woody

60%

50%

Gourmand

50%

Fresh Spicy

30%

Leather shared

95%

55%

Warm Spicy shared

60%

85%

Amber

70%

Citrus shared

55%

70%

Woody shared

55%

60%

Gourmand shared

50%

Fresh Spicy

30%

Performance

Armani Code Elixir Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Armani Code Elixir

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

With its opulent amber, thick leather, and sweet roasted tonka, Elixir excels in cold weather, where its warmth and boldness shine. It's too dense for hot summer days but can work in spring evenings and is perfect for autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its assertive projection and sensual, leathery amber character make Elixir best for dates and formal events where you want to stand out. It's too bold and rich for the office or sports, but can work for upscale casual nights.

Polo Red Extreme Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Its warm spicy, coffee, and leather facets make this ideal for cold and brisk weather, shining in fall and winter. The richness may overwhelm in summer heat, while citrus keeps it just fresh enough for cool spring evenings.

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its bold coffee and leather signature is more suited to dates, nights out, or relaxed occasions rather than strict office or active settings. The projection is present without being room-filling, but the scent profile is attention-grabbing.