Polo Red Intense
fresh spicy up front, then fruity, settling into citrus.
About
Polo Red Intense by Ralph Lauren is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Polo Red Intense was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Gillotin. Top notes are Cranberry, Blood Grapefruit, Lemon and Saffron; middle notes are Coffee, Ginger, Lavender and Sage; base notes are Amber, Leather…
Nose: Olivier Gillotin
Some retailer links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosure
Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Ralph Lauren picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Polo Red Intense smell like?
fresh spicy up front, then fruity, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: fresh spicy, fruity, citrus.
What notes are in Polo Red Intense?
Top: Cranberry, Blood Grapefruit, Lemon, Saffron. Heart: Coffee, Ginger, Lavender, Sage. Base: Amber, Leather, Red Cedar.
How long does Polo Red Intense last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Polo Red Intense loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Polo Red Intense best for?
Fall is the top pick (32%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Polo Red Intense?
Night wear leads at 54%. Day is a secondary pick at 46%.
Is Polo Red Intense for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 50% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Polo Red Intense?
Composed by Olivier Gillotin. Released in 2015.
Smells like this
Similar profile
Ralph Lauren
Polo Red
Men · 2013
citrusfruityamber7 shared accords, 5 shared notes
Azzaro
Wanted
Men · 2016
aromaticfresh spicyfresh6 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Halloween
Halloween Man
Men · 2012
citruscinnamonaromatic6 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Natura
Homem Cor.Agio
Men · 2018
fresh spicyroseamber6 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Montana
Parfum de Peau
Men · 1986
amberfresh spicybalsamic6 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Cuba Paris
Cuba Prestige
Men
amberaromaticwoody6 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Wardrobe quiz · 15 questions · ~3 min
Does this earn a slot?
Fifteen questions on when you wear fragrance, what you skip, and what already works. Three explained picks before you blind-buy again.