Score

85/100

Initio Rehab

2018

Rehab

woody

powdery

aromatic

$380–$480Fair value

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The take

What works

●Lavender and bergamot over a creamy sandalwood-musk drydown
●Smooth and balanced, with ingredient quality you can smell
●Holds on skin and clothes well past the evening

Trade-offs

●Projection stays moderate, a polished presence rather than a room-filler
●Can tip powdery and cosmetic on some skin

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Notes

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Mid

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Performance

Longevity

6–8 hours

Projection

Arm's length

Sillage

Soft trail

Fit

Best in spring, fall, and winter, day or night. Unisex.

When

Spring, 81%, best
Summer, 39%
Fall, 100%, best
Winter, 88%, best
Day, 86%, best
Night, 75%, best

Occasions

EverydayOfficeDate nightSpecial occasion

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's a cheaper alternative to Rehab?

Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb is one of its closest matches. $110–$160 vs $380–$480 — it captures most of the DNA at a fraction of the price. Not identical, but the gap is smaller than the price difference suggests.

What does Rehab smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Histoires de Parfums 1899 Hemingway, Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Metallic Musk, Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Extreme. Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Rehab last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Rehab?

Rehab is best in spring, fall, and winter, day or night. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Rehab worth it?

At $380–$480, yes for this tier. Lavender and bergamot over a creamy sandalwood-musk drydown. Smooth and balanced, with ingredient quality you can smell.