Intrusion

I can`t actually believe I never wrote a review on this one yet - it`s a firm fave of mine for like the last 12 years or so..Then it disappeared off the shelves, I literally bought the last 2 available bottles in a pharmacy back then..Now it has a different bottle, but I think it is more or less the same juice inside. I have one bottle of each edition at the moment - the new edition is a bit softer, but it could also be because my older bottle is like 10 years old.. First of all it opens with mainly citrus, I don`t know if this is truly grapefruit though..but the impression is defo grapefruit-ish. This note is there lingering on from beginning to end, but during wear it gradually evolves into an underlying peony-wood sensation. (Someone said here it could be unisex - a few years back I discovered it`s nearly identical to one of the Acqua Di Gio flankers, which I also haven`t seen on shelves since.) The aniseed note is really interesting, it pops up unexpectedly and gives the composition an interesting twist. I mainly get citrus, peony, neroli and woods, but the aniseed is defo there and the white flowers too - but they blend in effortlessly, creating a great base for all the more prominent notes to come forward. So: citrus, with an underlying sensual vibe - very interesting, well-blended and edgy! It gives the illusion of fresh, but soon after spraying you`ll be surprised that there`s a whole lot more to discover here..I think it is a perfect scent for spring and early summer days and nights for those who want something slightly different and more feminine than mass-produced citrus scents! For me it`s a keeper as long as it`s available..

This was a blind purchase as my favourite online retailer had it reduced and the notes here looked interesting. I am totally in love! Firstly, when I opened the box and saw the ultra modernistic bottle I was immediately drawn to it. It it a very beautiful and minimal design and it made me feel sophisticated when spraying it! Initially for the first minute or so I wasn't sure I would like this fragrance. It smelt savoury spicy and I felt a little disappointed. I was expecting something more floral. However, this literally was the initial stage for a tiny amount of time. Within 5 minutes the fragrance had warmed to my skin, it felt like a beautiful flower opening slowly, unfurling its petals. I had been expecting more of a citrus opening, but, although the bergamot and grapefruit are clearly discernable, they are gentle and warming rather than "in your face". They seem to caress the floral notes which slowly appear. The florals are understated, not to say that they are indistinct, but rather that they are not harsh, but well rounded and well blended. This is an extremely well orchestrated fragrance. It is a beautiful and underapreciated gem, in my opinion. I am happy to have made its acquaintance and I am hoping this will develop into a long and happy friendship.

Intrusion (What a terrible name!) is, to my nose, a lovely, fresh citrus-lily with a touch of warmly spicy anise. Does this smell like Salvatore Ferragamo Pour Femme? Well, yes and no. They do share a fresh spiciness -- though SF Pour Femme is a LOT more spicy, not just with anise but also nutmeg -- and also share a fresh citrus floral quality. But while Intrusion is lily dominant, Pour Femme is watery peony and green lily of the valley. I think Intrusion is also in the same ballpark as Calvin Klein Contradiction, an interesting and beautiful eucalyptus-lily scent. All three of these are fresh floral and most definitely NOT sweet, quite green, with interesting spicy/herbal twists; it's likely that if you like one, you'll like the others. They are all beautiful, uncommon -- to my nose, at least -- sophisticated, unusual scents. Intrusion's longevity is not be that great, however, but it's so inexpensive I gladly spray every 3 hours when I'm in a position to do so (As I recollect, Contradiction has kind of meh longevity on me, too, while SF Pour Femme boasts pretty solid longevity). Intrusion has a cooling, clean, and calming quality, especially good for spring and summer, day or night. Recommended.

Intrusion is flowery green, somewhat spicy and very fresh. Bright and summery opening with a combo of grapefruit, lily and neroli. An unusual accord by today’s standards, but it feels very modern, just different from the sweeter fruities we’we gotten so used to. More like a niche vibe. 15 minutes in and the jasmine becomes very prominent, while the lily is still going strong. Then peony in abundance. Don’t get much of the anise, perhaps a little whiff there and then, but on my skin it isn’t prominent. Dry down is mostly patchouli and some musc. Overall, It’s a floral n’spicy aromatic with an elegant greenish vibe. Not a gourmand in sight, so the company’s marketing description is totally off here. Somehow it has the same vibe as I get from vintage Chanel Cristalle and No. 19. A bit aloof and slightly androgenous in the best way possible. Mine is a vintage version, but I’ll see if I can get to test the newer version as well. As far as I can tell the current version is dirt cheap, so if the quality is comparable to my old version it really is an excellent budget buy if you like floral greens.

I have a little update here. I decided to test Intrusion again today by wearing in public. I thought it's kind of light and fresh, so i wore it to the gym. Now, let me tell you: this stuff is not only long lasting, it's also pretty loud! And I mean loud in a good way, the projection is just incredible. I was worried i was going to get dirty looks from the people at the gym, walking around in a cloud of perfume, but, luckily, I workout mostly with guys in the free weight area, so I'm sure they enjoyed it. Now the most amazing part is 4 sprays of Intrusion, and it DOES wear as a gourmand! This perfume is unbelievable, it's fresh, and deep at the same time. It's like a dew drop sparkling and changing in the sun. I also strongly disagree that it is suitable for young girls only. To my nose it is VERY LADY-LIKE fragrance. Very beautiful perfume, such a shame it is discontinued. But i am just grateful I am able to enjoy it while it is still available. Maybe the not so favourables reviews are due to the weekness of EDT version?