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Home Fragrances Initio Parfums Prives The Carnal Blends Collection Side Effect
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Eau de parfum

Initio Parfums Prives Side Effect

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Gender:
Unisex
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Segment:
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Fragrance information:

Identity and Release History

Welcome to the world of Initio Parfums Prives Side Effect, a perfume that since its release in 2016 has become a true icon in niche perfumery.

This unisex fragrance belongs to the young but already legendary house Initio Parfums Prives, founded in 2015 by visionary Nade Benemar, and is part of the provocative collection The Carnal Blends Collection, where each bottle tells a story of sensuality and passion.

The name 'Side Effect', which translates to 'side effect', hints at the unexpected and thrilling sensations that this perfume evokes, making it desirable for seekers of unique experiences.

Released in an era when niche perfumery is experiencing a renaissance, this fragrance quickly won the hearts of connoisseurs worldwide, becoming a symbol of boldness and innovation.

Positioning and Wearability

Side Effect is positioned as a unisex fragrance, making it an ideal choice for bold individuals not confined by gender boundaries.

In the form of eau de parfum, it offers a medium trail that leaves behind an intriguing trace, without overwhelming others, perfectly suited for evening outings or intimate encounters.

For optimal effect, it is recommended to use point application on the skin and spraying into the cloud on clothing, which allows controlling the intensity and extending the life of the fragrance for a full day or evening.

Thanks to its warm and spicy notes, Side Effect is particularly good in cooler seasons, creating a cozy and mysterious atmosphere.

If you liked Side Effect, it's worth paying attention to similar fragrances, such as Mancera Red Tobacco, Tiziana Terenzi Chimaera, and Xerjoff Bouquet Ideale, which also explore rich, spicy, and gourmand chords, offering alternatives to expand your perfume collection.

Influence and Context

Side Effect is not just a fragrance — it is a statement from Initio Parfums Prives, a brand whose name means 'beginning' and symbolizes a deep philosophy of rethinking perfumery art.

Belonging to the Oriental and Gourmand families, it reflects the boldness and innovativeness of the house, offering an experience that goes beyond the ordinary and challenges traditions.

In the The Carnal Blends Collection, Side Effect stands as a symbol of experimentation and sensuality, enhancing the reputation of Initio Parfums Prives as a pioneer in creating provocative and memorable perfumes.

For more detailed information about the brand and its philosophy, visit the official website, where you will find inspiration and news from the world of niche perfumery.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and women (unisex)
Middle fragrance longevity

The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression

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Sillage
Middle

It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The composition Side Effect is a harmonious blend of cinnamon, rum, tobacco and vanilla, creating a unique chord that immediately captures attention with its spicy warmth and sweetness.

Spicy cinnamon meets sweet rum, forming an intriguing heart of the fragrance, where tobacco adds depth and masculinity, and vanilla completes the composition with a gentle, enveloping trail reminiscent of comfort and luxury.

These notes belong to the groups spicy, drinks, woody and gourmand, making Side Effect a complex and layered perfume, ideal for those who appreciate richness and character in fragrances.

Gender Unisex
Brand Initio Parfums Prives
Segment Niche perfumery
Country France
Website http://www.initioparfums.com/
Year of production 2016
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Note photo Rum
Rum
Note photo Tobacco
Tobacco

Mixed notes

Cinnamon Rum Tobacco Vanilla

Families

Family East East
Family Gourmet Gourmet

Fragrance characteristics

based on 11 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
18%
Unisex
64%
Female
18%
What kind of event
Date
0%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
100%
For every day
0%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
0%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
33%
Spring
Spring
33%
Summer
Summer
17%
Autumn
Autumn
17%
For what style / mood
Casual
0%
Gala
33%
Classic
33%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
33%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
33%
36-45 years
33%
46+ years old
17%
Any
17%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
40%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
20%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
0%
On the wrist
33%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
33%
Behind the ears
33%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
0%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
40%
1-2 atomisations
20%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
12%
Exoticism
12%
Luxury
38%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
38%
Joy
0%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
Average quality
3
Spray
Spray
Excellent quality
5
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
Excellent quality
5
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The scent, as if composed of many bright flowers, strikes from the first breath. It evokes surprise and admiration, leaving no room for thought. This is, without a doubt, one of the most impressive creations of this brand
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First I caught notes of Ford Lost Cherry, then I felt Tobacco Vanille. In the heart of the fragrance, echoes of Black Afgano suddenly emerged, and that was a real discovery! I walked through the mall, enjoying every moment, and couldn't help but be amazed, guessing one note then another. Everything intertwines so harmoniously, captivating and intriguing, creating a feeling of luxury and beauty. One spray - and I felt like I embarked on an unforgettable journey. It sounds powerful, yet very delicate at the same time, I'm sure its sillage is simply stunning. In the base - a gentle gourmand accord, so delicious and soft. Rating - 10 out of 10! 🌟
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at first I felt notes of Ford's Lost Cherry, then Tobacco Vanille appeared. in the heart of the fragrance, I caught something from Black Afgano, and that surprised me. walking through the mall, I kept smelling it and was amazed, constantly guessing different nuances. everything intertwines so harmoniously, captivating and intriguing. it smells expensive and beautiful, with amazing shifts. one spray enveloped me, as if sending me on an unforgettable journey. it smells strong, but at the same time very delicate, I think its sillage is excellent. in the base, there's a delicate gourmand note, so delicious and soft. I give it 10 out of 10
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The fragrance is truly impressive - tobacco and vanilla create a powerful first impression. Immediately after spraying, it feels as if everything around you pauses, and you don't have time to savor the moment. You have to wait a bit to catch all the nuances. Then all the components blend, and a warmth appears, as if embracing you. It's like taking a shot of rum and adding a generous portion of cinnamon to it. The result is something special, but first, you need to get past that sharp start )
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5
The scent initially reminds me of ripe cherries with cinnamon, creating a feminine feeling. But then it opens up and becomes more tobacco-like, which, in my opinion, is more suitable for men. This ambiguity is a bit unsettling, although the smell itself is really gorgeous!!
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Today I tried this perfume for the first time. Honestly, it didn't impress me at all. No elegance, just an ordinary scent that's quickly forgotten. I don't feel any coquetry or strictness in it, just emptiness 😔
5/5
5
The smell reminds me of alcoholic Coca-Cola, strange, but it's true. The spices are very noticeable, the oriental spice aroma is simply gorgeous! I'm absolutely thrilled with it)) I'll definitely be wearing this perfume for New Year's. For some reason, it's with this one that I get these associations 🎉
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I can't say this scent impressed me. There were far fewer bandages in Ganymede than I found here, and they're all soaked in some cheap alcohol. After half an hour, nothing remains of the smell except a cinnamon stick, also soaked in the same alcohol. It doesn't last long on the skin and has very little sillage
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The smell of tobacco with rum, cinnamon, and saffron - it's just wild. At first, it's so sharp, almost no sweetness, and then it settles into a base where something woody with a tobacco aftertaste and burnt caramel remains. It's not bad, but for me, it's too cliché, like I've smelled it somewhere before 😒
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The fragrance is something strange, and you can't really call it good. At first, as soon as you apply it, you feel balm and tobacco, and this sillage lasts for a long time. But then, quite quickly, it starts to unfold, and rum and vanilla appear, sometimes reminiscent of chocolate with caramel. Persistent, warm, but somehow too intrusive for my nose
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This fragrance, in my opinion, is one of the most beautiful from the brand. You can really feel the notes of cherry, aged rum, and tobacco, which, by the way, isn't off-putting at all. Maybe it's the combination of cinnamon with rum that creates such a 'delicious' effect? I want to inhale it again and again. It's thick, juicy, and dense, so mature, more suitable for an evening 😔
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4
The fragrance, in my opinion, perfectly matches the awakening of nature. At the beginning of its scent, I feel bright, fresh, and attractive notes. It's simply ideal for spring
5/5
5
I bought it in the summer, but wore it very little. Didn't feel like wearing it often. On me, it smells like cologne, too sharp for my taste. It didn't impress me at all in the summer
5/5
5
The scent is truly rich and dense. It feels thick, with tobacco and smoky notes, as well as spicy accents that are a bit dry. There's an alcoholic tartness and vanilla sweetness in it. This smell envelops and warms, creating an atmosphere of coziness and comfort
4/5
4
The scent really grabs attention! At first, you feel the sweetness of vanilla, but after a while, cinnamon starts to appear. This adds an interesting accent. However, the longevity disappointed me a bit, as I could barely feel it on myself after just an hour. But overall, it leaves a pleasant impression!!
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