David Beckham 2007 EDP

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Intense Instinct

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David Beckham Intense Instinct is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007. Intense Instinct opens with Lemon, Ginger, and Melon, settles into a heart of Cedar, Violet Leaf, and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Musk and Teak. David Beckham's Intense Instinct carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This Beckham scent is a pleasant surprise, delivering a fresh, complex aroma that punches well above its price point. It's a genuine crowd-pleaser that's hard to fault.
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  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Sensual
  • Clean
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Intense Instinct Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Melon42%
Ginger29%
Lemon28%
Heartas listed
Violet Leaf36%
Coriander32%
Cedar31%
Baseas listed
Teak51%
Musk49%

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 Winter
Also Works:
Spring Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its fresh and clean character, make it versatile for many settings. While suitable for the office due to its non-offensive nature, its sensual undertones elevate it for dates and casual wear, though it might lack the gravitas for truly formal events.

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

Intense Instinct opens with a vibrant, juicy burst of melon, bright lemon, and a zesty kick of ginger that immediately grabs your attention. As it settles, a clean, green violet leaf emerges, supported by the aromatic spice of coriander and the subtle warmth of cedar. The dry down is a smooth, masculine blend of creamy teak wood and soft musk, creating an inviting and sensual finish.

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