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John Varvatos XX Elixir
meets John Varvatos XX Intense.

Compare the recorded scent profiles, then decide what to sample.

Shared ground

Bergamot · Geranium · Tonka Bean · Cedarwood

Both records list these notes. Shared notes do not guarantee the same smell.

The distinction

Concentration not recorded leads with fresh spicy; Concentration not recorded leads with fresh spicy. The table below separates their listed profiles and voting data.

At a glance
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John Varvatos XX Elixir

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ConcentrationConcentration not recordedConcentration not recorded
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Listed year20252024
Leading accordsfresh spicy · aromatic · woodyfresh spicy · aromatic · citrus
Notes unique to this recordGinger, Davana, Rum, Black Iris, LeatherGinger flower, Verbena, Damascone, Cyclamen, Roasted Coffee Beans
Longevity / 53.39 · 41 votes3.06 · 109 votes
Projection / 42.20 · 44 votes2.08 · 106 votes

Scores are category averages, not hours or controlled measurements. Different vote samples are not a head-to-head wear test. “Unique” notes here means absent from the other record, not proof of a formula difference.

Compare the labels

Ingredients, side by side.

Read the declared lists for the editions shown. Shared entries do not mean identical formulas, proportions or scent.

A label comparison will appear when both ingredient lists are verified for the same market.

John Varvatos XX Elixir

Ingredient list not yet verified for this edition and market.

John Varvatos XX Intense

Ingredient list not yet verified for this edition and market.

These are published ingredient declarations, separate from scent notes. “Parfum” or “fragrance” can represent a mixture without listing every component. Formulations can change by market and batch; check the packaging on your bottle. A matching or missing entry does not establish suitability for an allergy.

Follow your curiosity.

A starting point, not a verdict

Concentration not recorded

Start here if the listed fresh spicy and aromatic direction interests you. Try it on skin before deciding.

Concentration not recorded

Start here if the listed fresh spicy and aromatic direction interests you. Try it on skin before deciding.