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Side Effect Eau de Parfum

INITIO Parfums Privés

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What it is: A unisex eau de parfum with a spellbinding harmony of tobacco, vanilla, rum and cinnamon.

Fragrance story: Side Effect tantalizes the most discerning senses by playing off each of its facets—leather and the woody note of vanilla—one by one. Recklessly bold and stirring. Deeply buried emotions and passions take over. The fragrance lifts the veil on the unsayable. This passionate perfume has the power to plunge its wearer into that altered state where nothing is too daring because there are no risks left.

Style: Warm and spicy.

Notes: Cinnamon bark, rum, tobacco, saffron, sandalwood, hedione.

  • Made in France
  • Item #10140545
  • Core Product ID 3333337LWS

Ingredients

Alcohol Denat., Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua (Water), Limonene, Linalool, Coumarin, Alpha-isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Cinnamal, Geraniol, Eugenol, Citral, Benzyl Benzoate, Isoeugenol, Benzyl Alcohol, Farnesol.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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(48)484.8 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

Nov 9, 2023

Sexy and sensual

This scent is my night scent to make me feel so sexy. I receive so many compliments along with hugs. You can't go wrong with this long-lasting sensual scent in your collection. You might need to share it with your husband. :)
LJCC
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Most helpful critical review

Aug 7, 2025

poor management

I had bought this as a gift and instead of the cologne I got some $50 hair products for damaged hair that was supposed to be from someone in Portland mind you I live in San Diego I’m just disappointed
Melissacu
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Nov 9, 2023

Sexy and sensual

This scent is my night scent to make me feel so sexy. I receive so many compliments along with hugs. You can't go wrong with this long-lasting sensual scent in your collection. You might need to share it with your husband. :)
LJCC
Size purchased:
3.04 oz
11found this helpful
Aug 29, 2024

Replenish

Love it, a little goes a long way! And this fragrance does last all day
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Toy B
9found this helpful
Nov 10, 2023

Empowerment in a Bottle

Title: “Calle Side Effect: Empowerment in a Bottle” Initio’s Calle Side Effect is a dynamic and sporty fragrance that goes beyond scent – it’s an empowerment ritual. The powerful essence not only uplifts your spirits but also adds a touch of sensuality. With each spritz, you step into a realm of confidence, feeling both empowered and irresistibly sexy. A fragrance that amplifies your charisma on and off the field.
AAFC
Size purchased:
3.04 oz
8found this helpful
Feb 23, 2024

Absolutely amazing

Smells phenomenal! Got this as a gift for my boyfriend and I’m absolutely obsessed with the way it smells, and the lasting power as well. It’s perfectly smokey, yet sweet but masculine… I don’t know how to describe it. It’s a wonderfully rich fragrance.
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Dany P
6found this helpful
Nov 13, 2023

By far my Most complimented fragrance

Side effect by far is my most unique and versatile fragrance, The projection and performance is outstanding!
JJayb
Size purchased:
3.04 oz
6found this helpful
Dec 10, 2024

Great unisex parfum

I really enjoy the warm smells of tobacco, leather, and hints of vanilla. I find the scent comforting and currently put it on before bed. I bought it blindly, and was pleasantly surprised.
JasonDavid
Size purchased:
3.04 oz
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