Instant Crush Eau de Parfum bottle Instant Crush
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2019 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
Emir Super Crush Eau de Toilette bottle Emir Super Crush
Our Verdict

Instant Crush and Emir Super Crush are near-identical takes on a sweet, woody amber fragrance. The key difference lies in price and potentially performance. Instant Crush, a mid-range EDP, is known for its beast mode projection, though some find it synthetic. Emir Super Crush, a budget EDT, aims to replicate the experience, with some reporting weaker performance. If you're seeking maximum impact and don't mind the price, go with Instant Crush. If budget is your primary concern and you're willing to gamble on batch variation, Emir Super Crush is a solid option.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Instant Crush if...
  • You want guaranteed beast mode performance.
  • You prefer the original formulation.
  • You don't mind paying more for quality.
  • You want a fragrance with proven longevity.
Choose Emir Super Crush if...
  • You're on a tight budget.
  • You want a 'close enough' alternative.
  • You don't mind potentially weaker performance.
  • You prefer a slightly lighter scent profile.
Our Verdict - Instant Crush
A divisive beast mode scent that splits opinion down the middle. Some hail it as a superior BR540, a sweet, warm, and highly addictive sillage monster. Others find it an overpoweringly synthetic mess, headache-inducing, and lacking any nuance.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Emir Super Crush
Emir Super Crush is a divisive beast, lauded as a magnificent, affordable dupe for Mancera's Instant Crush by some, while others lament weak performance and an 'alcoholic vanilla' scent. For those who get a good batch, it's a stellar, luxurious experience.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 12%
Floral 16% 17%
Fruity 2% 2%
Green 3% 3%
Sweet 25% 24%
Warm 19% 19%
Woody 17% 18%
Earthy 16% 16%
Animalic 12% 12%
Fresh 9% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Instant Crush EdP
Emir Super Crush EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 37% vs 36%
Ginger 23% vs 24%
Mandarin 19% vs 19%
Bergamot 18% vs 18%
Shared Notes
Amberwood 35% vs 30%
Rose 24% vs 24%
Jasmine 20% vs 23%
Patchouli 19% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 33% vs 29%
Musk 24% vs 24%
Sandalwood 23% vs 27%
Oakmoss 18% vs 18%

Accords

Instant Crush Emir Super Crush
100%
Woody
97%
99%
Warm Spicy
100%
74%
Vanilla
63%
72%
Amber
63%
69%
Powdery
65%
61%
Citrus
55%
55%
Musky
51%
54%
Metallic
54%
52%
Fresh Spicy
52%
51%
Rose
52%
Woody shared
100%
97%
Warm Spicy shared
99%
100%
Vanilla shared
74%
63%
Amber shared
72%
63%
Powdery shared
69%
65%
Citrus shared
61%
55%
Musky shared
55%
51%
Metallic shared
54%
54%
Fresh Spicy shared
52%
52%
Rose shared
51%
52%

Performance

Instant Crush Emir Super Crush
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Instant Crush

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Instant Crush is a sillage beast with tenacious longevity, making it unsuitable for office wear where it could be overwhelming. Its seductive warmth and sweetness are perfect for dates and evening events, while its powerful presence could be toned down for cooler casual outings.

Emir Super Crush

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent warm spicy and amber accords, coupled with reports of excellent longevity and projection, make it unsuitable for office settings. However, these characteristics are perfect for making a bold impression on date nights and formal occasions, particularly in cooler weather.

Where to buy

Instant Crush
Emir Super Crush
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