After Effect vs Side Effect
Rum, tobacco and spice give the opening a sweet, sharp edge. As the spice softens, sandalwood becomes more noticeable and the later scent feels restrained.
How they compare
After Effect could suit you if you’d like more sweetness and less vanilla than Side Effect.
| After Effect | Accord or measure | Side Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Scent profile | ||
| Sweet | ||
| Warm Spicy | ||
| Boozy | ||
| Tobacco | ||
| Vanilla | ||
| Woody | ||
| Performance | ||
| Strong | Projection | Strong |
| Long-lasting6–9 hrs | Longevity | Very long-lasting9+ hrs |
Key differences
- Less vanilla-ledNot listed in After Effect’s recorded profile; estimated 4 out of 5 in Side Effect.
- Shorter longevityEstimated long-lasting for After Effect, very long-lasting for Side Effect.
Reading this chart
Estimated prominence, from 1 (a background trace) to 5 (defining). Hour ranges vary by wearer. About these scores
Performance notes
Based on community wear reports. Results vary by skin, application and batch.
Side Effect
Reviewed
Broad wear categories reviewed against community longevity and scent-trail reports for this exact version.
After Effect
Reviewed
Broad editorial wear estimates from the linked community reports.
Fragrances with similar accords
Scents that share accords with Side Effect, matched automatically across the catalogue.
