Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum bottle Cruel Intentions
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2007 Year 2012
££££ Price Tier ££
Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum bottle Rouge Assassin

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper hot mess, a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. While some find it an intoxicating rose-oud dream, others are stuck with a plasticky, oversweet mess. Definitely try before you buy, but if it works for you, it *really* works.
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Our Verdict - Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum
This "Assassin" is a bit of a misnomer; it's less a dramatic killer and more a demure whisper. Expect a divisive experience: some will adore its quiet charm and vintage makeup vibes, while others will find its subtlety underwhelming and fleeting.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 11%
Floral 34% 34%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 5% 4%
Sweet 23% 23%
Warm 6% 6%
Woody 17% 15%
Earthy 8% 11%
Animalic 15% 5%
Fresh 11% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cruel Intentions EdP
Rouge Assassin EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 32% vs 36%
Bergamot 21% vs 28%
Only in Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum
Violet 26% Orange Blossom 20%
Only in Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum
Elemi 35%
Only in Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum
Iris 100%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 18% vs 17%
Vanilla 15% vs 14%
Musk 14% vs 20%
Only in Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 20% Castoreum 17% Styrax 15%
Only in Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum
Cedar 17% Benzoin 16% Tonka Bean 15%

Accords

Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
86%
56%
Powdery
100%
Musky
94%
Iris
87%
Floral
71%
45%
Aromatic
70%
Vanilla
61%
57%
Oud
48%
Rose
55%
Amber
55%
47%
Leather
Woody shared
100%
86%
Powdery shared
56%
100%
94%
87%
71%
Aromatic shared
45%
70%
61%
Oud
57%
Rose shared
48%
55%
55%
47%

Performance

Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its bold projection and rich, woody character make it unsuitable for everyday office wear. However, its longevity and seductive nature are perfect for special occasions or romantic evenings where it can truly shine.

Rouge Assassin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its soft sillage and powdery iris make it perfect for office or casual wear where it won't overwhelm. While elegant, its lack of projection might make it too demure for formal occasions unless you prefer a very intimate scent.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
90%
Accord
55%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Rose accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Cruel Intentions Eau de Parfum
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