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Calvin Klein · Sold as masculine
Euphoria Men Intense
The quiet intensity of a city street at twilight — where fresh spices cut through the richness of warm woods and oud, creating an atmosphere that's both bold and comforting.
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Euphoria Men IntenseMid-range · $40–100
51%Similar accords, often for lessPlatinum · ArmafBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Euphoria Men Intense, launched in 2008 by Calvin Klein and crafted by Carlos Benaïm and Loc Dong, is an Oriental Woody fragrance that marries fresh spiciness with warm, enveloping woods. The composition opens with a burst of ginger, pepper, and black basil before settling into a heart of sage and vetiver, which gives way to a rich base of oud, patchouli, myrrh, and labdanum. This contrast between the sharp freshness of its top notes and the deep warmth of its base creates an intriguing tension that keeps the scent engaging throughout the day.
For best results, apply Euphoria Men Intense to pulse points in the morning. The spicy top notes are vibrant but fade within two hours, after which the rich base of oud and patchouli takes center stage. It’s a scent that reads better close to skin than from a distance, so layering with a light cologne or aftershave can enhance its warmth without overpowering it.
Fig. 01 — Euphoria Men Intense, Calvin Klein
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Carlos Benaïm
The quiet geniusCarlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades.
“Perfumers always strive to create a scent that will have long lasting appeal but we never fully know in advance.”
Carlos Benaïm · The Candy Perfume Boy, April 2015
Co-created with Loc Dong
The Euphoria line
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Designer Calvin Klein
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 12%.