Calvin Klein 2009 EDT

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CK IN2U Him Collectables

by Carlos Benaïm , Bruno Jovanovic , Loc Dong , Jean-Marc Chaillan

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Calvin Klein CK IN2U Him Collectables is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2009, created by Carlos Benaïm, Bruno Jovanovic, Loc Dong, and Jean-Marc Chaillan. CK IN2U Him Collectables opens with Lemon and Tomato Leaf, settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Vetiver. Calvin Klein's CK IN2U Him Collectables carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Look, it's not going to set the world on fire and some might even say it's pointless. But if you need a cheap and cheerful little spritz in a pinch, it does the job. It's basically the fragrance equivalent of impulse buying chewing gum at the checkout.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Casual
  • Modern
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CK IN2U Him Collectables Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tomato Leaf52%
Lemon48%
Heartas listed
Cacao Pod100%
Baseas listed
Cedar35%
Musk35%
Vetiver30%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for casual wear or even a post-gym spritz, though its simplicity means it won't shine for formal events or intimate dates. The inoffensive nature also allows for office wear, but it's not a standout performer.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

This one kicks off with a sharp, green zing from tomato leaf and lemon, giving it an immediately fresh and aromatic burst. As it settles, a dry, slightly bitter cacao pod note comes through, adding an unexpected warmth and a touch of gourmand interest. The base grounds it all with earthy vetiver, clean musk, and a subtle cedar, making for a straightforward yet appealing woody dry-down.

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