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Chris Adams 2013 EDP

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Active Man

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Chris Adams Active Man is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Active Man opens with Citrus, Bergamot, and Ozonic Notes, settles into a heart of Floral, Rose, Jasmine, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Chris Adams's Active Man carries a Favourite verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

This budget aquatic offers a mixed bag - some find it a delightful, uplifting everyday scent, while others are put off by a synthetic, chemical opening and poor performance. It's a risk, but a cheap one.
  • Fresh
  • Bright
  • Uplifting
  • Masculine
  • Cozy
Active Man Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean aquatic profile makes it suitable for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and for post-gym freshness. However, its often-criticised weak longevity and projection, coupled with a potentially synthetic opening, make it less ideal for formal settings or dates.

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Active Man plunges you into a fresh, ozonic pool, brightened by a splash of citrus and bergamot. The heart unfolds with a clean, airy floral bouquet featuring lavender, rose, and jasmine, adding a touch of classic aromatic freshness. The dry down settles into a woody foundation of sandalwood and cedar, rounded out by a soft, musky embrace.