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Encounter Fresh by Calvin Klein

Calvin Klein· 2013

Encounter Fresh

7.4211Typically ~$60

Opens on bergamot, settles into a sandalwood-fresh base. Suits daily wear in fall.

FreshCitrusWoodySpicySweet

Perfumer: Pierre Negrin, Honorine Blanc, Firmenich

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Mojito

Heart notes

Rum Cardamom Lavender

Base notes

Sandalwood Cistus leaf Patchouli

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