Fragrances inspired by Bombshell Intense Eau de Parfum
The original
Bombshell Intense
Victoria's Secret
The two side by side
Our verdict
Editor reviewedOur verdict
While both share similar profiles, Bombshell Intense leans heavily into floral sweetness, often underwhelming cherry-vanilla lovers.
What they share
Every one of its 3 notes is in the original, including Cherry, Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Choose Pink Shimmer Secret Intense when
You want a stronger, longer-lasting scent.
Our verdict
While both share cherry and vanilla notes, Bombshell Intense disappoints those seeking a powerful, long-lasting scent.
What they share
Every one of its 3 notes is in the original, including Cherry, Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Choose Malikat al Sahra when
You crave a strong, long-lasting cherry fragrance.
What they share
Every one of its 3 notes is in the original, including Cherry, Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Our verdict
Bombshell Intense and Rose Seduction Essence are near-identical cherry-vanilla fragrances, with Rose Seduction Essence being a more budget-friendly option.
What they share
Every one of its 3 notes is in the original, including Cherry, Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Choose Rose Seduction Essense when
You want a bolder cherry opening.
What they share
Shares 3 of its 4 notes, including Cherry, Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Adds pitahaya
What they share
Shares 2 of its 4 notes, including Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Adds musk and strawberry, drops cherry
What they share
Shares 3 of its 10 notes, including Cherry, Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Adds frangipani and orange
What they share
Shares 2 of its 5 notes, including Peony, Vanilla
The main difference
Adds dark chocolate and red apple, drops cherry
Scent profile
How we judge a match
We score each pairing on the two fragrance profiles: shared accords, overlapping notes, longevity and projection, and the occasions each suits. A good inspired-by scent captures the original's character rather than copying it molecule for molecule.
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Inspired-by fragrances. Not affiliated with, endorsed by or produced by Victoria's Secret. Match scores are our estimate of how alike two perfumes smell, calculated from their published notes, not a measurement. How we score similarity.