Calvin Klein 2013 EDT

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Encounter Fresh

by Pierre Negrin , Honorine Blanc

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Calvin Klein Encounter Fresh is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Pierre Negrin and Honorine Blanc. Encounter Fresh opens with Bergamot and Mint, settles into a heart of Lavender, Cardamom, and Rum, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Labdanum. Calvin Klein's Encounter Fresh carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a safe bet for everyday freshness, but don't expect it to last. "Fresh" refers more to the opening; it quickly settles into something warmer. It's pleasant enough, though many find it a rather boring and generic take on a mojito theme.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Classic
  • Masculine
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Encounter Fresh Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its poor longevity and weak sillage make it suitable for office or casual wear where a subtle presence is preferred. The fresh, clean profile is versatile, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events due to its fleeting nature.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Encounter Fresh opens with a brisk, zesty hit of bergamot and crisp mint, reminiscent of a mojito, before quickly mellowing. The heart introduces a smooth, warm rum accord intertwined with aromatic lavender and a subtle hint of cardamom. It ultimately dries down to a soft, woody base of sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and resinous labdanum, giving it a classic, masculine finish.

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