Kenneth Cole 2018 EDT

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Intensity

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Kenneth Cole Intensity is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2018. Intensity opens with Leather, Pink Pepper, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Nutmeg, Saffron, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Tonka Bean, and Coffee. Kenneth Cole's Intensity carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Kenneth Cole's Intensity is a surprisingly well-loved, spicy-woody scent that punches above its weight. It's often compared to Spicebomb but with a refined coffee twist, making it a hidden gem for those who know.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Playful
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Intensity 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile for many settings, including the office, without being overpowering. The warm, spicy profile makes it an excellent choice for dates or evening casual wear, as noted by community members finding it 'sexy'.

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

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

Intensity opens with a sophisticated kick of pink pepper and cardamom, smoothed by a touch of warm leather. As it settles, a rich heart of nutmeg, saffron, and dry tobacco emerges, creating an intriguing, spicy depth. The base rounds out with comforting woody notes, sweet tonka bean, and a subtle, dark coffee accord that adds a unique gourmand edge. It's a smooth, warm embrace from start to finish.

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Where to buy

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