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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a love-hate relationship with Surrender. Its nuclear projection and potent citrus opening can be divisive, but for many, it dries down to a rich, intoxicating base that's unforgettable. A true Avon standout that people desperately want back.
This Crocodile is a divisive beast: some rave about its luxurious, beast-mode sillage, others are choked by its potent, swampy woods. It's a love-it-or-hate-it punch of citrus, musk, and deep woods that demands respect and careful application.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 21% |
| Floral | 19% | 10% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 8% | 3% |
| Sweet | 21% | 24% |
| Warm | 9% | 10% |
| Woody | 18% | 21% |
| Earthy | 14% | 22% |
| Animalic | 10% | 11% |
| Fresh | 13% | 13% |
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Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for the office, where it might overwhelm. Surrender shines brightest on dates or formal evenings, where its warm, sensual accords can be fully appreciated without being too much.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, often described as 'hundred-meter' and 'can't wash it off', make it overwhelming for office settings. Best suited for evenings out or cooler casual wear where its projection can shine without suffocating those nearby.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Powdery accords and Patchouli, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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