Description
Try Initio Side Effect, a rich, boozy blend of rum, tobacco and vanilla, without buying the full bottle. Our Initio Side Effect decant comes in 2ml, 5ml and 10ml glass atomizers, so you can wear it for days and decide if it deserves a place in your collection.
Initio Side Effect decant: what it smells like
Dark rum and warm cinnamon open the scent, while tobacco and creamy vanilla build a dense, cozy trail.
Key notes
- Top: rum and cinnamon
- Heart: tobacco and hedione
- Base: vanilla
Fragrance notes describe how a scent changes over time, from the bright opening to the long-lasting base. You can read more about this structure in the Wikipedia overview of perfume.
When to wear it
Side Effect is best suited to cold weather, nights out and special occasions. Start with one or two sprays on the neck or wrists and build from there.
Which Initio Side Effect decant size should you choose?
- 2ml (about 30 sprays): a few wears to see how it performs on your skin.
- 5ml (about 75 sprays): a few weeks of regular wear, the best way to really get to know it.
- 10ml (about 150 sprays): a travel-friendly size if you already know you love it.
Not sure which size fits? Our fragrance decant FAQ explains sprays, storage and how long each vial lasts.
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