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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bengale Rouge
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a deeply divisive fragrance that’s either a glorious gourmand fantasy or an unforgivable chemical mess. This isn't a safe blind buy, with some finding it a rich chocolate-hazelnut dream and others dismissing it as dusty cardboard or sickeningly sweet.
A divisive powerhouse, Bengale Rouge is either a captivating, vintage-inspired amber dream or a cloying, medicinal headache. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who love it, really love it. Expect beast mode performance and a scent that demands attention.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 8% | 15% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 55% | 49% |
| Warm | 16% | 18% |
| Woody | 15% | 13% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 1% | 6% |
| Fresh | 1% | 1% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong gourmand character and often reported moderate performance, it's best suited for date nights or casual, intimate settings where its subtle warmth can be appreciated. It's too rich and potentially distracting for an office environment and completely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense sweetness make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for date nights where its sensual, warm aura can shine. It's too heavy for casual daytime use but could work for formal evening events due to its luxurious and elegant character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Tonka Bean, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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