A quick scroll through social media and you will likely find yourself confronted with beast mode fragrances, the name bestowed upon scents that are powerful enough to outlast anything—even you. Such is the hype around these intense fragrances that claim to package pure, potent power in a vial. So, what exactly makes a perfume go beast mode? We did a deeper dive, and here’s what we found out:
What is a beast mode fragrance?
If modern perfume advertising is to be believed, this fragrance can unleash the beast in you and awaken the primitive instincts that have been lying dormant. However, beast mode fragrances simply refer to those scents that offer longevity, ranging between 10 hours to a maximum of 18 hours, earning them the distinction of perfumes that linger on even after you have left the room.
How to find a beast mode fragrance
If you are ready to elevate your olfactory experience, your quest for finding a beast mode fragrance starts by taking two core components into consideration: sillage and perfume projection. The former refers to the degree to which a scent lingers in the air as you move through the room, making it a key factor to be considered for those seeking to make a lasting impression. The latter, meanwhile, refers to the radius or distance that a scent extends from your body. Needless to say, perfumes with a higher projection are likely to get you noticed in a crowd. When both of these elements combine together, a beast mode fragrance is born.
What are the key notes in a beast mode fragrance?
For those unfamiliar with the fragrance pyramid, here’s a quick refresher: scents are categorised by three notes from the top note (the first note that hits your nose) which slowly settles into the heart note (which sets the foundation of the scent) and the base note (the last note to linger on once the perfume has worn off). For a perfume to unleash its inner beast, higher concentrations of the base note are called upon. These typically include intense ingredients such as musk, patchouli and amber.
How to find the correct beast mode fragrance for you
If zero touch-ups and accelerated longevity sound like something you’d look for in your signature scent, here are the candidates to consider:
Mugler Amen Gomme R Eau De Toilette
A tarty cocktail of fruity and woody notes grounded by coffee, patchouli and vanilla, this iconic scent is popularly described as a compliment magnet.
Davidoff Cool Water Reborn Eau de Toilette
Considered a must-have for the metropolitan man, this refreshing scent evolves from the top notes of mint and rosemary to vetiver that will help you leave an aquatic trail in your wake.
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Eau de Parfum
Anchored by a potent wooden base of amber and sandalwood, this is not a scent that will fade in the background but will linger on long after you have left the room.
Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Eau De Toilette
Treat your senses to a heady mix of spicy pepper and cinnamon and the woody base notes of tobacco that will stay from dawn till dusk.
Ralph Lauren Polo Blue Eau De Parfum
The top notes of zesty bergamot and cardamom settle into a base of vetiver and patchouli coeur for an all-day fragrance that will make heads turn wherever you go.
