Mercedes Benz Intense
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2013 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Zurich
ScentArt
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Mercedes Benz Intense
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Zurich
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
A divisive take on the iconic Fahrenheit DNA, Mercedes-Benz Intense offers a fresh, violet-heavy twist. For lovers, it's a versatile, class act with fantastic performance at a bargain price. For others, it's a muddled, cloying mess, missing Fahrenheit's depth. Test before you commit, this one strongly splits opinions.
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Our Verdict - Zurich Eau de Parfum
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Hermes Terre d'Hermes (2006) - orange, pepper and vetiver translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 70% |
| Floral | 10% | 15% |
| Fruity | 2% | 20% |
| Green | 18% | 45% |
| Sweet | 7% | 15% |
| Warm | 13% | 40% |
| Woody | 22% | 85% |
| Earthy | 17% | 70% |
| Animalic | 2% | 10% |
| Fresh | 23% | 65% |
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Mercedes Benz Intense
EdP
Zurich
EdP
Notes
Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
Zurich Eau de Parfum
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
Vetiver
32%
vs
35%
Cedar
25%
vs
25%
Patchouli
20%
vs
17%
Only in Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
Cetalox
22%
Only in Zurich Eau de Parfum
Benzoin
22%
Accords
Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
Zurich Eau de Parfum
Performance
Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
Zurich Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Date
Formal
Also Works:
Casual
Its fresh, woody, and slightly spicy profile makes it suitable for office and formal wear, though some find it can be cloying if oversprayed. Reviews highlight its versatility for day-to-day use and date nights, but its 'Intense' nature and varied performance reports suggest it's not ideal for sport.
Zurich Eau de Parfum
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Vetiver-citrus-pepper versatile spring through autumn.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Date
Casual
Formal
Office signature, casual, formal evening.
Similarity Breakdown
Overall
87%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
84%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities
Both share Woody, Citrus, Aromatic accords and Pepper, Vetiver notes
Key Differences
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
Mercedes Benz Intense Eau de Parfum
Zurich Eau de Parfum
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