Reveal
Calvin KleinEau de Parfum2014
Side by side
Reveal vs. Shalimar Eau de Parfum
Is Reveal better than Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
Shalimar Eau de Parfum rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Iris
woodyamberpowderyanimalicwarm spicy
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Reveal and Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
| Reveal | Shalimar Eau de Parfum | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2014 | 1986 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Jean-Marc Chaillan, Bruno Jovanovic | Jacques Guerlain |
| Best season | Fall | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Reveal and Shalimar Eau de Parfum smell?
Reveal
Woody
Amber
Powdery
Musky
Salty
Fresh Spicy
Marine
Iris
Shalimar Eau de Parfum
Amber
Citrus
Woody
Powdery
Vanilla
Balsamic
Smoky
Leather
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Reveal and Shalimar Eau de Parfum share?
Top
SaltBlack PepperWhite PepperPink Pepper
BergamotFloral Notes
Heart
AmbergrisIris
IrisJasmineRose
Base
CashmeranSandalwoodMuskVetiver
VanillaBalsamic NotesTonka Bean
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Reveal or Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
| Reveal | Shalimar Eau de Parfum | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Reveal and Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
Reveal is not a typical Calvin Klein freshie. The salt-pepper opening is bolder than expected, but the drydown is soft and close. It asks for patience.Reveal
Shalimar is not a wallflower. That bergamot opening grabs attention fast, and the floral heart has genuine presence. If jasmine hits you hard, ease into it.Shalimar Eau de Parfum
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