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Polo Cologne Intense

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Ralph Lauren Polo Cologne Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Polo Cologne Intense opens with Grapefruit, Basil, and Mint, settles into a heart of Violet Leaf, Clary Sage, and Thyme, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, and Ambroxan. Ralph Lauren's Polo Cologne Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Polo Cologne Intense aims for a modern take on a classic, but this flanker gets a mixed bag of reactions. Some laud its fresh, green revitalisation, while others dismiss it as a diluted, generic scent that barely lives up to the 'intense' in its name. Expect a clean but fleeting experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Relaxed
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Polo Cologne 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 Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

This fragrance is well-suited for casual wear, office environments, and even light sporting activities due to its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile. Its moderate projection and sometimes weak longevity mean it's less ideal for formal events or dates where a more impactful scent is often desired.

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

  • 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

Opening with a zesty burst of grapefruit and invigorating mint, softened by aromatic basil. The heart unfolds into a green, herbaceous blend of violet leaf, clary sage, and thyme, lending a subtle earthiness. The dry down is anchored by a clean, woody vetiver and patchouli, with a contemporary touch of ambroxan. It's a fresh, green scent that leans into a modern barbershop style with a brisk, clean feel throughout.

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