
Overview
Intense Instinct takes the early Instinct family in a fruitier direction.
Released as a limited edition in 2007, Alain Astori’s composition combines juicy freshness with gentle spice and clean woods. It has a different emphasis from the dry, aromatic character of the 2005 original.
The bright red bottle was a strong departure from the first Instinct’s clear glass and silver cap. Despite its name, Intense Instinct is an Eau de Toilette with a separate composition. Think of it as an alternative expression of the family, rather than an extra-strength bottle of the original.
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Reviews
Fruity rather than simply stronger
Intense Instinct is an interesting detour if you want a fruitier take on the family. The word Intense can be misleading here: this remains an Eau de Toilette with its own composition. Choose it for its melon-and-spice direction, not on the assumption that it will outperform the original.











