Is Side Effect a safe blind buy?

Not really. It is a sweet, boozy gourmand with strong projection, so sample it first if you usually wear fresh or citrus scents.

When should I wear it?

Best in cool weather and evenings. The sweet rum and tobacco accord can feel heavy in heat or at the office.

How long does it last?

Owners report many hours on skin and a scent that lingers on clothes, so a couple of sprays is usually enough.

Is this a full bottle?

No. It is a 0.16 oz spray, a travel or sample size that gives only a few wears.

Is it for men or women?

It is marketed for men, but the sweet vanilla and rum profile is worn by anyone who likes gourmand fragrances.

How does it compare with other Initio scents?

Side Effect is one of the sweeter, heavier entries in the line, with more gourmand warmth than the fresher or woodier releases.

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Side Effect 0.16 Eau De Parfum Spray by Initio Mini for Men

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$58.75at WalmartChecked Nov 13

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Side Effect 0.16 Eau De Parfum Spray by Initio Mini for Men

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Last seen at $58.75 at Walmart on Nov 13.

Our take on the Side Effect 0.16 Eau De Parfum Spray by Initio Mini for Men

Side Effect is Initio's gourmand-leaning men's eau de parfum, built around rum, tobacco and vanilla in the house's Parfums Prives line. It is a warm, sweet, boozy scent with noticeable projection, so it suits evenings and cool weather more than the office. Against fresher designer fragrances it trades versatility for depth and longevity, and owners of the line generally rate its staying power highly. This is the small 0.16 oz spray, a travel or sample size rather than a full bottle.

Best forEvening and date-night wearCool-weather and winter useFragrance lovers who like sweet, boozy gourmandsTrying the scent before committing to a full bottle

Pros

Warm rum, tobacco and vanilla accord that stands out from fresh designer scents
Strong projection and long wear typical of the line
Distinctive, memorable character
Small spray size is easy to carry or sample

Cons

Sweet, heavy profile can be too much in heat or daytime
Not a safe blind buy for people who dislike boozy gourmands
Small bottle holds few wears
Can be overpowering if oversprayed

Side Effect 0.16 Eau De Parfum Spray by Initio Mini for Men prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of Side Effect describe a sweet, boozy gourmand with strong projection and long wear, and many call it one of the line's best. Critics find it too heavy or sweet for daily or warm-weather use.

What people mention

Scent profilePraisedOwners describe a warm, sweet blend of rum, tobacco and vanilla that smells rich rather than generic.
LongevityPraisedReviewers report it lasting many hours on skin and lingering on clothes.
ProjectionMixedMany like the strong trail, while others say it fills a room and needs a light hand.
VersatilityCriticisedReviewers say the heavy, sweet character limits it to evenings and cool weather.
ValueMixedSome question paying perfume-house rates for a small spray that gives only a few wears.

About the Side Effect 0.16 Eau De Parfum Spray by Initio Mini for Men

Side Effect is an eau de parfum spray by Initio for men. It comes in a mini 0.16 oz size.

The fragrance has a captivating scent.

Brand: Initio
Fragrance: Side Effect
Type: Eau de parfum spray
Size: 0.16 oz
Designed for: Men
Dimensions: 6 x 6 x 4

Specifications

size: 6 x 6 x 4Source

Questions and answers

Is Side Effect a safe blind buy?: Not really. It is a sweet, boozy gourmand with strong projection, so sample it first if you usually wear fresh or citrus scents.
When should I wear it?: Best in cool weather and evenings. The sweet rum and tobacco accord can feel heavy in heat or at the office.
How long does it last?: Owners report many hours on skin and a scent that lingers on clothes, so a couple of sprays is usually enough.
Is this a full bottle?: No. It is a 0.16 oz spray, a travel or sample size that gives only a few wears.
Is it for men or women?: It is marketed for men, but the sweet vanilla and rum profile is worn by anyone who likes gourmand fragrances.
How does it compare with other Initio scents?: Side Effect is one of the sweeter, heavier entries in the line, with more gourmand warmth than the fresher or woodier releases.
Where is the Side Effect 0.16 Eau De Parfum Spray by Initio Mini for Men cheapest?: At Walmart, for $58.75, as of our latest check.