What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is bergamot and lemon. The heart brings cypress and geranium. On the skin it settles into musk. Overall it smells citrus and green.
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Cactus Shot notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
About Everlast Cactus Shot EDT
Cactus Shot EDT is made by Everlast. Its strength is Eau de Toilette.
Longevity on skin
It lasts a medium time, about 3 to 6 hours on skin. As an Eau de Toilette, it is lighter than an Eau de Parfum, so it fades sooner. Boucheron and Roja Dove Roja Isola Blu last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, summer, fall and winter. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Sillage and projection
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Boucheron spreads further.
Cactus Shot price per bottle size
The usual price in Europe is about €84. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Boucheron and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò but less than Essential Parfums Nice Bergamote.
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Who will like Cactus Shot
The strongest accord is citrus (100%), followed by green and white floral. You will probably like it if you enjoy citrus and green smells and notes like cypress and musk. Less obvious notes include lime and jasmine. Perfume fans rate it 3.75 out of 5.
Cactus Shot dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Essential Parfums Nice Bergamote (8 shared notes), Boucheron (7 shared notes), Roja Dove Roja Isola Blu (6 shared notes) and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò (7 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Roja Dove Roja Isola Blu starts from €42.
Questions people ask
Can I wear Cactus Shot to work?
Yes, it suits daytime and the office well.
Can women wear Cactus Shot?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.