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Abercrombie & FitchFirst Instinct

First Instinct Extreme (EDP)

2018

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Versions Timeline

2018

First Instinct Extreme (Original Release)

Price Range
$19 – $30

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Philippe Romano

"First Instinct Extreme is a fresh, fruity-spicy men's fragrance with a more intense and warmer character than the original First Instinct. Its opening combines bright mandarin leaf and juicy star fruit with pepper for a crisp, energetic effect. The heart introduces violet leaf, Sichuan pepper, cardamom, and saffron, creating a distinctly spicy and aromatic transition. In the drydown, musk, amber, coconut milk, suede, and cashmere wood provide softness, warmth, and a smooth woody finish. The fragrance balances freshness with sensual musky and creamy nuances rather than becoming overwhelmingly heavy. It is versatile for daytime wear, especially in mild to warm weather, and works well in both casual and smart-casual settings."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer
Fall

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Mild
Hot
Humid

Moods

Adventurous
Confident
Energetic
Alluring
Vibrant

Occasions

Daily Use
Casual
Work
Meeting
Travel
Date

Fun Facts

First Instinct Extreme is the Eau de Parfum flanker to the original First Instinct Eau de Toilette.

Its composition contrasts tropical star fruit and violet leaf with Sichuan pepper, saffron, suede, and coconut milk.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
1x
FruityCitrusSpicyFreshGreenFloralWoodyCreamyLeatheryAnimalicSweet

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

carambola
pepper
mandarin leaf
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

violet leaf
Sichuan pepper
cardamom
saffron
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

musk
amber
coconut milk
cashmere wood
suede

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“A versatile, youthful fragrance with a bright fruity-spicy opening and a smooth musky-woody drydown. Reviews commonly highlight its star fruit, violet leaf, pepper, saffron, suede, coconut milk, and cashmere wood character. Performance is generally viewed as moderate, although some wearers report substantially longer longevity. The fragrance is particularly well suited to spring, summer, and mild-weather daytime wear.”

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