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Reaction by Kenneth Cole

Kenneth Cole· 2005· After Shave

Reaction

8.2901Typically ~$18

Mostly grapefruit and apple, warmed by musk. A spring pick.

Perfumer: Frank Voelkl, Symrise

Scent profile

Top notes

Grapefruit Apple Mandarin orange

Heart notes

Watermelon Lily of the valley

Base notes

Musk Patchouli Sandalwood

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SpringDayEveryday wear

When

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61%

Spring

100%

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97%

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81%

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100%

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