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Score
89/100

Valentino

Uomo Intense EDP

2016

Valentino couture after dark — hazelnut and leather that commits to the occasion.

Valentino Uomo Intense EDP
vanilla
iris
powdery

The take

What works

  • Cardamom-hazelnut-vanilla depth fixes the EDT's longevity problem
  • The definitive Valentino masculine — couture seduction at mid-tier pricing
  • Fall and winter compliment magnet that consistently delivers

Trade-offs

  • Limited versatility — this is a cold-weather evening fragrance
  • Hazelnut sweetness is prominent — wrong for dry, woody tastes

Notes

Top

Mandarin OrangeMandarin OrangeClary SageClary Sage

Mid

IrisIrisTonka BeanTonka Bean

Base

VanillaVanillaLeatherLeather

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring35%
Summer12%
Fall88%
Winter100%
Day42%
Night91%

Occasions

Date nightCasual

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valentino Uomo Intense EDP a good Dior Homme Intense EDP dupe?

80% similarity to Dior Dior Homme Intense EDP in our database — a real match, not just shared notes. At $35–$60 vs Dior's $90–$135, it's one of the closer budget interpretations of that DNA.

What does Valentino Uomo Intense EDP smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Valentino Valentino Uomo Edition Noire (83%), Valentino Valentino Uomo EDT (80%), Dior Dior Homme Intense 2007 (79%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Valentino Uomo Intense EDP last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 75/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Valentino Uomo Intense EDP?

Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, casual.

Is Valentino Uomo Intense EDP worth it?

At $35–$60, yes for this tier. Cardamom-hazelnut-vanilla depth fixes the EDT's longevity problem. The definitive Valentino masculine — couture seduction at mid-tier pricing.

Details

Perfumer
Olivier Polge
Collection
Uomo