Fragrance World 2023

After Effect

OrientalMiddle EastUnisexEau de Parfum

Opens warm and resinous with Bergamot and Pink Pepper settling into a spiced, ambered heart of Turkish Rose, Bulgarian Rose, and Jasmine over a deep, enveloping base of Vanilla, Amber, and Agarwood (oud).

The bloodline

Side EffectInitio Parfums PrivésLoose

This bottle carries the Side Effect DNA. Shares 1 notes with the original.

vanilla

Climate fit

Cool & Cold Best in winter and evenings, can feel heavy in peak Indian summer.

Should you buy it?

Loose inspiration, a different take

Only loosely related to Side Effect by Initio Parfums Privés. Safe to own both.

Wear for
date night
evening
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After Effect bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

CitrusFloralWarmAromaticBalsamicBitterFreshGourmand

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2023

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
T
Turkish Rose
Bulgarian Rose
Bulgarian Rose
Jasmine
Jasmine
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. After Effect is widely considered inspired by Initio Side Effect, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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