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A striking blend of leather, vetiver, and spicy aromatics, Scandal Pour Homme Intense is a bold, modern masculine with real presence. It's assertive and refined, ideal for cooler nights and commanding attention.
This one's a proper mixed bag - some swear by it, others reckon it's a generic let-down. If you're after a budget-friendly spicy leather that leans youthful and don't mind reapplying, give it a sniff. But don't expect anything groundbreaking from this divisive scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 28% | 25% |
| Sweet | 0% | 1% |
| Warm | 10% | 16% |
| Woody | 28% | 28% |
| Earthy | 23% | 26% |
| Animalic | 26% | 26% |
| Fresh | 13% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dominant leather, vetiver, and spicy warmth make this best for cooler fall and winter days, while the herbal-aromatic opening lets it work in spring. It may feel too heavy for hot summer weather.
Occasions
Scandal Pour Homme Intense projects well and is bold and sensual, making it ideal for date nights and evening events. Its intensity can be too much for the office or sporty settings, but it works well for formal occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh-spicy-leather profile make it suitable for casual wear or the office, as it's unlikely to offend. However, its perceived youthfulness and lack of depth limit its use for formal events and more intimate date settings. Given its weak longevity on many, it's also a good gym scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Leather, Animalic accords and Vetiver, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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