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DKNY Be Delicious Eau so Intense

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DKNY DKNY Be Delicious Eau so Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012. DKNY Be Delicious Eau so Intense opens with Grapefruit, Magnolia, and Apple, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, Tuberose, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Amber, and Sandalwood. DKNY's DKNY Be Delicious Eau so Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag, with some finding it a delightful fresh apple burst for summer and others detecting a baffling burnt plastic or musty pencil-shavings vibe. Try before you buy, it's divisive.
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DKNY Be Delicious Eau so Intense Eau de Parfum 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:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate performance and fresh, fruity profile make it ideal for casual daytime wear, especially in summer. It's a bit too light for formal events and won't stand out much on a date, but it's perfect for a pick-me-up during work or after the gym.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

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

It opens with a zesty, almost candy-like green apple, brightened by grapefruit and the delicate creaminess of magnolia. As it develops, a bouquet of rose, violet, and tuberose emerges, adding a soft floral sweetness. The dry-down settles into a subtle warmth of woody notes, amber, and a hint of sandalwood, though some find it can take an artificial turn.

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