King of Seduction Absolute by Antonio Banderas

It was my first AB and on my skin it’s super fresh and citrusy, with that masculine touch I love. It’s super versatile for any time of day. The longevity and sillage are low, but it’s worth every penny. Ideal for the gym or after a shower: clean, refreshing, and not overpowering. Works all year round.

50 ml for 5 dollars… I don’t know if I’m asking for too much. It’s not bad, but it doesn’t blow me away; I feel like it fits any situation without failing.

Banderas was my first fragrance, which I swapped out due to its disastrous performance. A few months later, my mom bought a blood pressure monitor and came with a tester of this same fragrance as a gift, so it ended up back in my hands by accident. Every time I spray it, it puts me in a good mood; it’s like the mature dad version of Invictus, same path but with more punch. If it lasted 8 hours, it would be a titan in the low-cost category. Fragrances are meant to be enjoyed, and I choose it for after a shower or before bed, but you won’t impress anyone with it due to the low performance and its very copied scent profile. It’s rich and delivers straight up.

200 ml for 25 dollars… it doesn’t last long, but it’s a very good scent. It reminds me a bit of Dylan Blue, slightly lighter. It smells like synthetic watermelon to me, but this and the Blue version I think are the best. 9 out of 10 and 10 out of 10 for the Blue in terms of price and milliliters. A huge success, you have to wear a lot of it.

Its citrus, marine scent and that slightly metallic touch in the opening are enchanting. On a date, it can get you several compliments, and I’m saying this from experience, even though it doesn’t have standout longevity.

The most masculine Antonio Banderas fragrance and my favorite from his line. Starts sweet and addictive, then dries down to a sensual leather that makes it very masculine. Performance is poor, but the quality-to-price ratio is unbeatable; Antonio’s fragrances are among the best you can find on the market. Along with Icon and King of Seduction, it ranks in the top 3 of his best creations.

A delicious fragrance. Very, very masculine. Even though it comes from the Invictus family, it smells very different. Excellent purchase, great quality for the price.

Nice fragrance, quite citrusy at first, but compared to King of Seduction, the marine notes stand out more here. Performance is better too; it lasts 2 to 3 hours on my skin, probably longer on clothes. The accessible price allows you to reapply without issues. Fragrance: 8/10, Longevity: 6/10, Sillage: 7/10, Value: 9/10.

Citrusy, herbal, with a masculine base, which is the best part for me. I don’t know its similar or inspiration. The scent is nothing new in the perfume world, something created just to smell good, without artistic pretensions. What I highlight is its masculine vibe, beyond the sweet stuff, making it sober, elegant, and informal, suitable for everything except cold or nighttime. In the dry-down, three notes are totally my style: vetiver, leather, and moss. It has normal opening potency and evolves better, though without asking more for its price, longevity is average for an EDT and requires frequent reapplication. Of the Banderas I’ve tried, it’s one worth it; for the price, it’s a gift.

Pretty good value for money. The scent reminds me quite a bit of Paco Rabanne’s Invictus. I’ve had it for years as a Christmas gift, and honestly, it’s a good perfume for daily use in spring and summer. Good sillage but poor longevity; it doesn’t exceed 2 hours on my skin, requiring constant and generous reapplication since it doesn’t project much, but there’s not much to complain about given its cheap price. Still, I’ve received compliments because it smells like cheap, clean, marine, and fresh Invictus. Ideal for a young user wanting a daily perfume, for studying or a summer outing. You can feel the citrus top notes and the marine base. Summary: Accessible spring/summer fragrance, very similar to Invictus, good sillage but poor projection and longevity, easy to like and you’ll get compliments. Scent: 7/10, easy to like. Longevity: 4/10, not very lasting. Versatility: 9/10, very versatile for daily life. Sillage: 5/10, a bit weak, but don’t overapply. Value: 8/10, good and cheap. Compliments: 8/10, easy to get them. Total: 7/10.

Bought in 2023 for about $24 in Costa Rica. Worth it for the price since it’s an Invictus dupe, so don’t expect magic. Smells great at first with that spicy sweet touch, but after two hours it leaves that rich green mossy scent, though very skin-close. Ideal for spring, fall, or rainy days in the tropics. In summer, the opening is strong and can be dizzying; it’s not as fresh as Versace or Nautica. Totally for daytime, not for night due to the sweetness. Safe buy if you’re looking for something cheap and daily. If you want something for night, go with Icon EDP.

I love the scent, it’s delicious, but it’s a shame it lasts so short. After two hours, it’s gone. It’s an exquisite aroma that fades very quickly.

It’s a good perfume and available at an excellent price. I wouldn’t place it at the level of others that cost four or five times more, but this and the Zara one are the ones I’ve received the most compliments on, even though I own more expensive designer brands. It’s fresh, clean, and perfect for everyday use, even on spring or summer nights. The longevity and projection have left me satisfied with what I paid. It’s one of those perfumes everyone likes, though probably won’t make you stand out.

They recommended it and the first time it disappointed me, but over time I started to like it. It’s not a scent that turns heads, it’s pleasant, clean, soapy, with standout lavender and marine notes. It’s quite linear but very versatile, not invasive, and the price is very economical, a cheap alternative to Invictus.

It’s a clean scent, a bit generic but nothing bad. On hot days it’s perfect, works for the office, university, or the beach. Very versatile and girls give it lots of compliments.