BergamotOpens with
GingerHeart
CedarDries down to
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Calvin Klein · Sold as masculine
CK Free Energy
The sharp clarity of a brisk walk through a city park at midday, where the crisp air meets urban sophistication.
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CK Free EnergyMid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessSuqraat · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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HeartThe Soul
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015, CK Free Energy by Calvin Klein is an aromatic spicy fragrance that captures the essence of modern minimalism and classic style. The composition opens with bright citrus notes like bergamot and bitter orange, followed by a fresh spicy heart featuring ginger and black pepper. Lavender and jasmine add subtle floral nuances before settling into a woody base of cedar and musk, giving it an enduring warmth.
Apply two sprays to each wrist and neck. The citrus opening is vibrant but fades within an hour, so it's best worn during daylight hours when you want a fresh, energetic vibe.
Fig. 01 — CK Free Energy, Calvin Klein
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John Gamba
John Gamba came to perfumery from a background in chemistry and the medical field, beginning his career at the fragrance house Dragoco, where he rose from lab technician to leading perfumer.
The CK Free line
4 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Calvin Klein
More from the house · founded 1968 · United States
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With Calvin Klein Calvin Klein
Adds floral, rose and earthy; shares jasmine and cedar and 1 more note.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 26%, disliked or hated by 16%.