Dior Homme Intense 2020 Episode # 325

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Here is a full review of the 2020 release of dior homme Intense 2020. Is it worthwhile having it in your collection?

[@RobbieSwan]

Dior Homme Intense 2020 has the same formula code that’s been used since late 2016 so the 2020 version isn’t reformulated. It’s just a different bottle but the same scent since late 2016.

[@patrickbateman4541]

0:58 Yes you are right it isn't a Demachy creation, technically....Because Olivier Polge created the original 2005 Dior Homme but as he moved to Chanel, Demachy took over the creation and has been doing it since then. Olivier Polge even made Valentino uomo. So it is his DNA. One final thing! 2020 is the same as the 2017 reformulation of DHI, even has the same formula code, which always changes when there's a reformulation. Age of the fragrance can also affect the difference!

[@piotrmotyka1004]

l have just bought it and man, it makes me so happy smelling it. Yes, the more l wear it the more l like it. You can definitely feel the chocolate comparing to Dior Homme, but after drying up the Intense is not so sweet. Masterclass!

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Absolutely! very enjoyable indeed :)

[@onetrackmind6969]

I own both and i really dont smell any difference between the two.

[@timoftiflaviu9127]

I ve got for testing both 2011 and 2020 version of Dior Homme Intense, and except for the bottle there is no difference, the same juice as 2011 version! Superb quality, superb buttery iris, vanilla, tonka, leather, smooth kinda cacao/chocolate vibe

[@Detman101]

Did you have to let your DHI-2020 bottle macerate (Sit and mature for a few weeks) or was it good when you received it?

[@jev8196]

I have a 2011 batch & tested it againt a 2020 batch I've just bought & you've nailed it on the head perfectly 👍🏾

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Glad you enjoyed and found this useful :)

[@mkp189]

Very diplomatic. What I gather is for new ones it's good but for those who have experienced the original it's nothing but watered down pricey version 😂

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

well its not that bad but I get your point.

[@jorgefontes7976]

Found yesterday on a local perfumery of my city a bottle of DHI with the old packaging. Bought it and, after checking its batch code, found that its manufacture date is from October 2017, indeed a almost 4 years bottle lost on the shelves of that store...it has indeed the same formula number of the 2020 version i already have, but not only the colour of the juice it's different, but the iris note it's clearly more evident on the opening and has a more warm character. The 2020 DHI has clearly a more woodsy profile on his opening. Your analysis here it's spot on 👌

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you, and I am delighted to see you found an old formula bottle to enjoy.

[@jorgefontes7976]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews thanks🙏an update, the 2020 version has aged marvelously, after using almost half the bottle, its performance it's outstanding, more than 12 hours on skin and makes a incredible scent bubble on the first hours of use. That to say that i really don't think the 2020 DHI it's indeed a pointless release, but actually a very good version of Dior Homme intense. Keep wearing it and let the magic happen 🙂

[@souljah9e]

​@@jorgefontes7976How's the projection on it and how many sprays?

[@carlosr.2027]

You are correct Dior homme intense original release 2011-2014 than reformulated 2014-2017 and reformulated again 2017-2019 and now 2020 reformulation do to the material available at the time raw/naturals in compliance with IFRA and skimping for more profit using cheaper synthetic raw material, I think the notes composition are all the same it all depends the quality of material use at the time hence why the original 2011-2014 packs the most punch i could be wrong tho

[@patrickbateman4541]

2017 and 2020 is same formulation code!

[@fallguy6196]

Smells awesome last very long but has zero projection. No one can smell this on me. Even though I average 15 to 16 sprays. Only I can smell it. I love the smell but wish other people could actually smell it

[@vladimirpetric6394]

Definitely my favorite fragrance reviewer. Managed to bring sort of Russian poets depth to your perfume story telling, if that makes any sense. Adore your perception and inspiration. Sometimes it sounds like beautiful fairytale. ❤️ Now, since 2009 a Dior Homme edt was my, I could say signature scent. I’ve been a witness of first reformulation, although at that time , didn’t give much of a credit, but even then, with my inexperienced nose I was able to notice a slight difference. In a meantime, for a long period, I’ve been avoiding Dior Homme Intense, which regardless of sharing the same Dior Homme DNA, was to thick, dense and less wearable, and being edp concentration, had less freshness and initial projection. I got myself a bottle 2 years ago, wanted definitely to give it a try, but I’m still struggling to love it, instead of simply like it. Opening is fabulous, cozy, calming and seductive, but mid stage and dry down many times I hardly perceive, as if the juice is to dense and sticking to my skin. Same case with Givenchy Gentleman EDP. That’s why, I hope, the 2020 reformulation will eventually bring me more joy, regardless of longevity and projection. If I like a scent, everything close or above 4-5 hours mark for me is perfect. Where else, except on a job, will I demand 8-10-12 hours of fragrance life?! If this release fits somewhere between DH 2011 and DHI 2011 I’ll be more than happy. Thanks for another amazing review. 😊

[@DS-ry2hm]

DHI original is one of my all time favourites, but is very hard and expensive to get hold of now because it was so good and popular - The 2020 version is a slightly weaker, fresher and less intense version of the original. It's not as good as the original, but it's fairly close and still smells great. Nothing beats the original but it's the closest thing there is.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Depends on how you look at it. Its not trying to be the original, its a redesigned DHI.

[@thejuiceloosener150]

I’m wearing DHI 2020 on my hand right now. I’ve owned it for a few months and have been testing it a lot. Largely I agree with your assessment, AC. It’s a slightly lighter version of my 2014 DHI but it retains the general spirit of DHI (I get that same gorgeous Iris when I spray it, the vanilla dry down is wonderful, super well blended). The performance is garbage, to put it bluntly. A skin scent within an hour and it actually is completely gone from my skin within 6-7 hours. If I spray it on me before bed and check it the next day I smell almost nothing. A shame - those first 60 minutes are still magic, though.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Theres no vanilla. Longevity is insane on this one, its the projection that's the problem.

[@thejuiceloosener150]

Smells Good I mean I guarantee there’s vanillin as an aromachemical in DHI but okay, you don’t get vanilla (whereas even the Boots shelf talker says it contains it and countless others smell it in their reviews). We all smell different things, I get that. I still get poor longevity in addition to projection. Not sure why it burns off so quickly on my, and quite a few others per their reviews, skin but it’s not anosmia. Cheers.

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great review and I enjoyed it and I'm going to try it and have a blessed 🌙

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you Michael.

[@michaelbullock8011]

You welcome keep ☝ the good work

[@LouisFrag]

I own the 2020 version and I love it, it's a signature scent for me even though the best one is the parfum which I also own. Great review AC 👍

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

This is a decent release indeed.

[@cosmicgirl2761]

The 2020 parfum in 100ml bottle is bettter than old 75ml , they dialled down the rose but upped the iris leather and £104’is a steel

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

@@cosmicgirl2761 2020 Parfum? is there such a thing? I checked the Dior website and theres no mention of such a thing and neither on Fragrantica, so it would be nice to see a link of where you got your fragrance from.

[@mkp189]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews maybe he's referring to DHP 2020 release in 100ml..

[@cosmicgirl2761]

@@mkp189 nope the parfum see my link

[@joeoud8465]

Review needs respect,, full information, thats not surprising me bcs AC is 👍😎👏

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you Joe, glad it helped.

[@jackhasselhoff1021]

I love that polo shirt AC I ordered one from Hugo Boss spent a pretty penny on a 3X it felt like a medium on me so I sent it back so I Revenge spent and bought Ralph Lauren polo 3 Nautica polos in a Lacoste Polo and only one was made in China stellar review as always

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

hahah loved your story Tony :)

[@deb.e.9787]

Well, I’ve purchased it and received 2020 batch although photo on site was for 2011. I love the scent too much and too tired of Dior’s destructive re-formulating habit to go down the rabbit hole of tracking down the previous formulation for the sake of the iris.

[@justaddlight]

Certainly great to hear they didn't neuter this one too badly. But for me, the turning point was Sauvage edt. Joy edt gave supportive evidence and Dior Homme 2020 confirmed it - that after Homme Parfum, LVMH began 'the great purge' 🤣 Even nowadays it seems that designers everywhere are cutting the expensive mid notes and diverging into either citrus aromatics, synthetic amberwoods or vanillin-heavy gourmands. The surge of minimalistic 3-note fragrances was almost unheard of until a few years ago. Not a particularly hopeful trend, and suggests a radical shift in the industry's future towards consolidation and frugality. Can't blame them given the times we live in. Plus it's great to hear that perfumers are still working their magic, producing exceptional blends with new materials. But overall, my expectations have lowered significantly over the last decade. Where once we had giants, we now stand on the sandy dunes of monotony, clinging to the ideas of the fortuitous to prevent sinking into oblivion. ⌛

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Loved reading your comment Doni, very informative indeed. This year though has been a good year for designers imho, I think they have woken up as the consumers become more aware about performance and projection aspects of a fragrance.

[@bagley232]

I think this one needs to mature in the bottle for it’s true character to come out, I remember doing this for EN A’lextreme (suggested by AC)

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Yeah, quite a few fragrances need that time.

[@bagley232]

I didn’t own the 2011 version of this and regret not getting it when I had the chance, but I will say I like this version. I am a very subtle person and this formulation suggests subtlety which fits. I give it a solid 8/10

[@ahmadabdalkhan8743]

@@bagley232 has it gotten stronger?

[@pranavmehta4423]

Thanks. Time to order backup bottles of the vintage.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

indeed although this is not a bad scent.

[@pranavmehta4423]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews Sure, my reasons for stocking up on the vitage is actually nothing much to do with the new version. Rather its because as the old bottles get replaced with the new ones and it becomes ubiquitous in a couple of years, I can continue to smell "unique" with the old formulation.

[@uleertel]

It can be cost cutting but do not forget the dreaded IFRA. In 2021 we will see a lot of reformulation because of the ban of new molecules.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

yes, quite possibly. Makes you wonder why Middle eastern fragrances don't have to reformulate so frequently because of IFRA.

[@uleertel]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews Most of them are not available in big stores... who will ever check if they comply to regulations.😁

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

@@uleertel Only if you think that fragrances are only bought in shops 😉

[@uleertel]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews you are right it is absolutely not the only place but what I mean is big brand are more exposed and they will never risk it. Less visible brands outside of EU/USA doesn't have to follow the same rules in their country so who knows if they comply for exported products. For example Amouage is a well distributed brand in western fountries and there was some reformulations in the past.

[@redequal7457]

I just bought a 5 oz bottle for 124 buck from Jomashop. Your review seems the best that I have reviewed on this fragrance. It does seem a little feminine to me, as you say, maybe a bit too feminine for me to wear. Now I would not wear this fragrance in any season, as you say you would. I would not wear this in hot weather. It is cold here now, and I already find this fragrance a little cloying with only two sprays. It is strong.

[@ucantfixstupid7443]

Hello AC.I have been on the fence with this one.Now I might be leaning more to asking Santa to bring this for a Christmas present.Be safe.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

haha why not? if you do then do let me know how you feel about it.

[@GURPREETSINGH-gl6hp]

Good review as always,I have already finished one 100 ml bottle got second 100 ml bottle ,love this .

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

haha great stuff! this is an awesome fragrance indeed.

[@nieczerwony]

2020 is better for me personally. Les lipstick and powder. More masculine then feminine older formulation.

[@patrickbateman4541]

2020 and 2017 is same formulation

[@ryany3549]

Perfect way to describe the difference 🙏🙏

[@mshamamci]

So can I wear this to work in winter and dior homme parfum to a night out when I am dressed up?

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Yeah I think so.

[@JTInthehouse58]

AC, thank you for your excellent work. I truly enjoy your reviews and content. Looking forward to more content!

[@kombasanpracka]

To be fair, when you look at DHI 2020 from the perspective of 2019 which I also have (don't know when this reformulation started), the 2020 is definitely an improvement - smells the same but lasts longer. I even prefere the current woodier more masculine character to the original (which of I have only a sample).

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Scents are perceived differently by different people. To my nose the 2020 version is gender less.

[@yb8904]

Recently fell in love with this. My only negative is the performance and projection :( - Hope with time it increases in the strength in the bottle

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

I also really enjoyed this one.

[@ggthewhale]

It will. Let it macerate

[@Detman101]

@@ggthewhale How long does the DHI-2020 need to macerate? I'm guessing 2-3 weeks in the closet?

[@ggthewhale]

@@Detman101 yeah that should go. However, you need oxygen INSIDE the bottle so go ahead and use a couple sprays

[@ahmadabdalkhan8743]

has the perfomance gotten any better after a year now?

[@chetankalra8037]

Kindly check Khalis oud hindi , it's like Dior Homme intense or maybe even parfum. It's not like 2020 version.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you Chetan, yes I have heard that from a couple more people so I will give it a try.

[@BobbyDior]

Thanx for this, AC, as this is very significant review for me as a DHI 2011 lover. Sir, so you know with certainty if there is a new DH Parfum version out?

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Bobby good to see you buddy and yes I checked the Dior website here in the UK and I couldn't see any Dior Homme Parfum 2020 version listed mate.

[@brenlynch4811]

Hi A.C.Im really relieved with your review as my bottle is winging its way as I write .having no reference point at all with any of the Dior Homme line due to my abhorrent dislike for lipstick smells ugg I’m happier that its toned down so all in all I should really enjoy this one ,fingers crossed keep up the stalwart reviews my friend be safe 🇮🇪🙏🙏

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Hi Bren, good to see you mate. I think there are lot of people who get put off by that Lipstick note. I would really love to see what you think of the 2020 version when you smell yours.

[@brenlynch4811]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews I will indeed A.C. Point of fact I just received a bottle of Opium pour Homme edp today it is quite the fragrance on first impression wow for the very little money it should command a much higher price really impressive on for half hour and by god it is getting better be safe Bren out🇮🇪🙏🙏

[@brenlynch4811]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews hi A.C.yes indeed really liking 2020 version not too lipsticky at all good job for my nose anyway 🇮🇪🙏🙏

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

@@brenlynch4811 Glad to know that mate :) I like really like this one, wish it had more projection.

[@beernhouse6068]

for what it is, 10/10 for me. I have 2 back up bottles of this.

[@017121963]

Bought a week ago a 150 ml bottle of DHI2020. Quite disappointed, frankly not very intense. Week longevity and almost no sillage. I'll try it again in spring :-)

[@souljah9e]

How did it turn out?

[@keep_walking_on_grass]

thank you, good job, very informative review.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

My pleasure, glad you enjoyed :)

[@michaelmilner2090]

Nice review, AC. Have been interested to try the new Dior releases, though I've never connected with Homme, DHI like I have with Eau Sauvages, Fahreheits. Want to confirm my positive notion of Dior reforms, creativity versus Armani Acquas, YSL whose modern aquatic and synthetic wood notes I don't care for. Still bringing the clear, concise, honest fragrance info. And that darn Interlude Black Iris is still not discounted yet ha ha.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you Michael, and totally understand, a lot of people have problems connecting with the DH DNA. Man, how badly do I wish to see the Black Iris discounted myself.

[@Mikeaveli2682]

I’ve got a hot take about Dior Homme EDT 2020. Incredibly versatile and enjoyable scent. Not as innovative as the original but that one has been imitated to death over the years. The new one is not a rip off of Bleu de Chanel, which I’ve often read, and is more old school / classic than it or Sauvage. It’s one of my most complimented scents. I’d rather wear it than the original. Re: Homme Intense, I have a bottle from 2014 and I’ve never found it to be as rich or as heavy as so many have said.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

You liked the DHI 2020 EDT ? I am amazed, it is one that I was totally put off by. It should not be called Dior Homme. It should have been branded differently.

[@artguyontheinternet]

THANK YOU FOR THIS REVIEW AC!! I really like the ambrette seed note in DHI, does the new version have a good dose of it in your opinion?

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

I perceived very little of Ambrette, this is quite woody and airy.

[@artguyontheinternet]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews Thank you sir!!! That helps, it will definitely be a pass for me then haha

[@millenialbroadcast]

Excellent, excellent review

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

thank you very kind of you :)

[@carlos002nz]

Very interesting feedback. Thanks so much, AC.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Absolute pleasure Carlos.

[@Tinku912]

Thanks for the great insight AC! I've been pondering buying this one since the 2011 release is hard to find in The U.S. I ended up finally finding a decant of 2011. Never smelled either release, only 2011 Dior Homme.

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

This one is quite nice Lamar, I hope you get to sample it someday.

[@FREDRICKG85]

I want to make this my signature sent! Yeah😂

[@alexapostolache9954]

The most honest Review...👏 stay safe

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you Alex.

[@madfrosty5228]

I like it a lot but The 2011 was better , and it lasted longer , was stronger + the bottle was nicer ... I feel that Cristian Dior is cutting the cost .

[@ravipeiris7602]

Hi AC, great work as usual. Is it better to buy the 2020 Parfum instead of the 2020 intense? ( I have already got the older version of the Parfum)

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Theres no 2020 parfum version to the best of my knowledge.

[@RPD91]

It's the same juice with extra 25ml.

[@gsk621]

Nice Review as always AC. I own DHI (2018 or 2019 version) and two bottles of Dior Homme Parfum (the original version 2014 and a 2019 version), which I prefer compared to DHI. In fact, I don't use DHI that much. DHI doesn't just impress me. For me, Gentleman Givenchy EDP smells better as an Iris based scent.

[@cosmicgirl2761]

This isn’t a new release it’s just a bottle change to match with the homme 2020 so how is it pointless

[@1960aragorn]

Great description and Ive got it😊!

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

Thank you Per, glad you enjoyed.

[@alisilva8244]

Thank you for this video I would like to share my experience. I have tried 2020 version. In my opinion, in comparison to 2011 version, 2020 DHI is more woody, less creamy and chocolaty also I smelled it more masculine. About the performance, it 30% weather. I compared them side by side to decide buy it or not. I remember my thinking at that time, I said it looks like DHI clone or alternative fragrance although many reviews said it good. Maybe because I did my comparison to 2011 version which is the legend.

[@MrZZooh]

Does this remind you of Givenchy Gentleman EDP?

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

very slightly, i have reviewed that one as well.

[@harisarif]

Hello AC Thank you for the review ! I have been fighting with a decision regarding a backup bottle for DHI 2020 myself. So i have a backup bottle of DHP2020 and a chance to get a pre 2020 DHI for $168 ish ...shipped or I could get a DHI2020 5 oz for abut the same price. Not having smelt the pre reform and being a newer DIor collector, what do you suggest ? Jump on the 5oz since its available or just spring for the older reform? Or skip it entirely since i have a backup of dhp already ? Thank you for your help

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

It is a bit risky for me to suggest as I havent smelled the DHP 2020 but I would be tempted to get the 5oz bottle at that price, as I can always sell it on in case I didn't like it.

[@harisarif]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews excellent thank you sir

[@TheSrbgangsta]

I payed 60€ for 100 ml in europe

[@jd5739]

Thanks AC now I know not to buy it 💯

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

its worth a try though mate.

[@jd5739]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews ok brother

[@GeraltBosMang]

Do you know if the DHI 2020 is the same as DHI 2019?

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

theres no such thin as DHI 2019.

[@GeraltBosMang]

@@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews please elaborate. Do you mean there is no official formula change since 2017 so 2019 and 2020 are the same?

[@SmellsGoodfragrancereviews]

@@GeraltBosMang 2020 is a different release.

[@patrickbateman4541]

@@GeraltBosMang no change in ingredients code no, same code. Just new bottle