1 Million Intense by Rabanne

My wife loves when I wear it and at work people are constantly impressed; they even ask what I’m wearing. My female clients especially the younger ones look at me with a huge smile just from catching a whiff. It’s a great flanker of 1 Million. Recommended without hesitation; it’s a lie that it smells like a woman’s perfume as some say. You’ll like it and they will too.

Super pleasant aroma. Fresh and spicy opening; the mandarin is noticeable but subtle at the start wrapped in dense spices that dominate the top notes. Even in the heart the spiciness remains with cinnamon marking the typical 1 Million character. There the rose and neroli appear in smaller quantities. A heavy powdery sensual rose plays a key role. In the dry-down leather enters to give it a rough character noticeable but not suffocating alongside sandalwood and patchouli. Very good longevity between 10 and 12 hours with a heavy trail. Recommended for cold nights and semi-formal occasions.

More of the same. I’m tired of the 1 Million saga and its flankers. After ten years of using 1 Million and its derivatives I think it’s time to turn the page on the ‘1 Millonverse’ as I’m tired of it. Considering how mass-produced it is here in Argentina it’s not cheap. Moreover in 2021 it’s riddled with well-crafted imitations that have further massified it. It’s left for those who buy it out of nostalgia but in Argentina its cost is high and it’s discontinued. It was the last of the saga I bought and I’m closing this chapter in my collection as I’ll never miss it since it can be smelled almost everywhere in my city. It tries to detach from the DNA as a flanker but I’d be lying if I said those who smell it aren’t smelling something different from the 1 Millionverse. Scent: 4 (everyone has it whether original copy or flanker; prepare to smell like half the world). Price/Quality: 4. Longevity: 9. Projection: 9. Versatility: 4.

Very good aroma in my opinion better than One Million. I like to wear it when going out for a night in Madrid. Unfortunately it’s discontinued; I looked in France Germany Madrid and Belarus and everywhere got the same answer: Discontinued.

This fragrance is simply exquisite. The notes are beautifully blended and, without a doubt, it outshines the original 1 Million. The quality is immediately noticeable on the first sniff. The touch of rose adds both delicacy and refinement. Its trail is potent, ideal for cold weather and party settings. The longevity is exceptional; on my skin, it lasts up to 10 hours without issue. Totally recommended. My final rating is a solid 9.

Perfumazo, overused and everything they say, yes, but… it’s a proper perfumazo <3

1 Million Intense: a classic in perfumery improved and with more class. More elegant, with a more pleasant scent to the point of being among the best on the market; the rose gives it a unique touch that sets it apart from the traditional 1 Million. Whether for everyday wear or a special event, 1 Million Intense will always be an excellent option that won’t go unnoticed by others. It is and will remain one of the best and most long-lasting on the market.

“Gold Bars take the town” I love this flanker of the gold bars. Unlike the original, which is good, this gold bar has its own personality. Same DNA, but with a lot of “candy” added. As beto_ruiz says, the first few minutes are intense, then it becomes more bearable. I agree with Don K: despite being overused, if you like it, wear it. It is the sweetest bar I have tried, very, very sweet and lasts hours. A touch of tangerine and a hint of pepper. If you liked the rose and cinnamon blend in the original, it smells good here. Good trail, although the mother has more projection and meteoric longevity, especially on clothes. I don’t recommend it in heat and be careful with the happy trigger. It seems made for more mature people, but the scent has no age; if you like it, wear it. Ideal for parties, it withstands smoke and alcohol, and in the cold it works like a dream. Paco Rabanne’s gold bars have taken the town and the invasion continues. 8/10

Out of pure curiosity, I tried this alternative to the infamous 1 Million, and aromatically, it gives me nothing unpleasant. It has a childish essence, with a touch of nobility and a sense of humour. Its name seems to refer to extra sweetness, as Intense could be a gourmand fragrance. The tangerine gives modesty to the original, and the dominance of the rose adds freshness and acidity (don’t be confused, it is still sweet). I think the lily and neroli were unnecessary, as they limit the pepper and make it watery, diffuse, and confusing. Inspired by the fascination with gold, they have further limited the dark spaces of their flashy packaging. It is an acceptable scent (I absolutely dislike the original, if that sounds strange), with beastly longevity and trail. What else? It’s for going out, it lasts a long time, women like it, blah blah blah… I like the smell (as much as cinnamon tea), but the concept still seems like a materialistic nonsense to me (I apologise).

When I heard there was an intense version of 1 Million, I wondered if it was necessary, as for me the regular was already intense, but I wanted to try it. The first few minutes are intense in sweetness, smelling of patchouli with caramel or burnt sugar; they were overwhelming, but I let it evolve. After about 30 minutes, it becomes more bearable and resembles the original more, with leather, cinnamon, rose, and a little pepper reigning. For those who love extra sweetness, it’s a great option; I prefer the regular, it has good longevity and projection above average. Obviously, I don’t recommend it in heat, as it can be very heavy for the wearer and the surroundings, but in cool or cold climates it works like a dream and in informal situations. I have seen that 1 Million appeals to both young and old people, but this version seems to lean slightly towards more mature individuals. Anyway, it’s my opinion: I recommend that everyone try it and draw their own conclusions.

Once dry, it smells like Eternity for Women due to that radiant rose, but the mystical, intoxicating patchouli steers it towards masculinity. It’s delicious, and although I know it’s trendy, my skin gives it a unique twist that no one can guess. Zaz!

Aside from being mass-produced, it’s a superior fragrance to the original 1 Million I owned. It smells great from start to finish and is very well crafted. I judge perfume solely on its scent, not sales or packaging; otherwise, I’d miss out on many gems. Scent 10/10, versatility 8/10, trail 8/10, longevity 8/10.

An improved version of One Million. On my skin, it lasts longer than the original and smells richer. Both are excellent, but the downside is that they are far too mass-produced.

I gifted it to my husband during a blind buy from a reputable online store, and it was a total hit. They say it’s trendy, but it suits him perfectly: it’s long-lasting, very masculine, sweet, and has a perfect touch of maturity for a 28-year-old.