First Instinct Blue Eau de Parfum vs Pure Instinct Eau de Parfum

First Instinct Blue

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2018	Year	-
££	Price Tier	£

Pure Instinct

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - First Instinct Blue

A solid, approachable 'blue' scent with mass appeal, especially at discounter prices. Don't expect beast-mode performance; this is a fleeting but pleasant experience often compared to Dylan Blue or the A&F classic Fierce.

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Our Verdict - Pure Instinct

This one's a mixed bag. Some reckon it's a solid, affordable blue-fragrance alternative, others find it utterly forgettable and generic. Either way, overspray this beast at your peril - you'll choke out everyone around you and probably give yourself a headache.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	9%
Floral	7%	13%
Fruity	12%	12%
Green	17%	15%
Sweet	20%	19%
Warm	23%	18%
Woody	13%	16%
Earthy	5%	13%
Animalic	2%	7%
Fresh	23%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

First Instinct Blue EdP

Pure Instinct EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Apple 44% vs 22%

Only in First Instinct Blue

Bergamot 32% Cardamom 23%

Only in Pure Instinct

Grapefruit 24% Pineapple 21% Pepper 17% Rosemary 15%

Only in First Instinct Blue

Lavender 41% Rosemary 31% Pepper 27%

Only in Pure Instinct

Tuberose 24% Rose 20% Cardamom 19% Galbanum 19% Patchouli 17%

Shared Notes

Amber 31% vs 26%

Only in First Instinct Blue

Sandalwood 36% Tonka Bean 33%

Only in Pure Instinct

Cedar 23% Vanilla 20% Vetiver 18% Leather 13%

Accords

First Instinct Blue Pure Instinct

100%

Fresh Spicy

87%

63%

Woody

100%

94%

Aromatic

98%

60%

Fruity

92%

52%

Amber

76%

56%

Citrus

75%

47%

Green

74%

66%

Warm Spicy

65%

Lavender

Sweet

64%

Vanilla

60%

49%

Fresh

Fresh Spicy shared

100%

87%

Woody shared

63%

100%

Aromatic shared

94%

98%

Fruity shared

60%

92%

Amber shared

52%

76%

Citrus shared

56%

75%

Green shared

47%

74%

Warm Spicy shared

66%

65%

Lavender

65%

Sweet

64%

Vanilla

60%

Fresh

49%

Performance

First Instinct Blue Pure Instinct

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

First Instinct Blue

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its clean, fresh, and inoffensive profile makes it excellent for office and casual wear, including the gym. The general consensus on its poor longevity and sillage makes it unsuitable for formal events and less ideal for dates where you want the scent to last.

Pure Instinct

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for office environments where subtlety is key, but its fresh, clean profile is perfect for casual wear, dates, and gym sessions. While some reviews suggest it's more of a clubbing scent, its versatility leans towards everyday casual use.