The smell in short
The first thing you smell is bergamot and mandarin orange. The heart brings ylang-ylang and red berries. On the skin it settles into musk and cedar. Overall it smells citrus and woody.
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Crush 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 Rihanna Crush EDP
Crush EDP is made by Rihanna. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
Other Rihanna perfumes
The house has 10 perfumes here, led by Reb'L Fleur, Rebelle and Reb'L Fleur Love Always.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €31. That makes it one of the more affordable picks. It costs more than Creed Aventus Cologne but less than Sarah Jessica Parker Variety and Penhaligon's Empressa.
Longevity on skin
It lasts a medium time, about 3 to 6 hours on skin. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. Zoologist Perfumes Chameleon unisex lasts longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like musk and cedar are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Will people notice Crush?
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance.
Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is spring and fall. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, fall, summer and winter. If you need something for winter, Penhaligon's Empressa is a better fit.
Crush for work or evenings
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
Crush dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Sarah Jessica Parker Variety (5 shared notes), Zoologist Perfumes Chameleon unisex (5 shared notes), Creed Aventus Cologne (6 shared notes) and Penhaligon's Empressa (5 shared notes).
Quick answers
Who would like Crush?
People who enjoy citrus and woody smells.
Can men wear Crush?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.