Reaction by Kenneth Cole
Men 2004
Description
Kenneth Cole Reaction is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 2004, the nose behind this composition is Frank Voelkl. The top notes unfold with melon, watermelon, green apple, lemon, and lime; the heart reveals valley lily and patchouli; while the base notes settle on musk and sandalwood.
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Key notes
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Top
Melon
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Heart
lily of the valley
- Base musk
Community
985 votes
- Positive 84%
- Negative 9.2%
- Neutral 6.4%
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Leading answer I own it
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Season
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1,025 votes
Time of day
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578 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Reaction
Kenneth Cole Reaction is an aromatic citrus fragrance for men. Launched in 2004, the nose behind this composition is Frank Voelkl. The top notes unfold with melon, watermelon, green apple, lemon, and lime; the heart reveals valley lily and patchouli; while the base notes settle on musk and sandalwood.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
486 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
506 votes
Character
Leading answer Leans masculine
293 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
271 votes
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Community reviews
13 reviews
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Super youthful, ozonic, and fruity—it smells like melon, lemon, and apple. Rich and affordable, perfect for 14 or 15-year-olds. Comes with or without matching shower gel.
One of my first fragrances; it’s a shame they run out so fast. Fresh, clean, and fruity, suitable for all ages and occasions. Versatile and 100% masculine. Fair price, fun and energetic vibe. The downside: lasts max 4 hours on my skin (maybe longer for others), so I have to reapply and the elegant bottle empties quickly. Could be a classic; it performs like an ADG. Recommended blind if you don’t mind the short longevity.
One of the first fragrances I owned, one of those that hurts when it runs out. Totally fresh, ozonic, clean, and fruity. Suitable for all ages, for daytime use, versatile for both formal and informal occasions. 100% masculine. Fair price. It conveys the vibe of a fun, relaxed, and active person. The only downside is longevity; my nose detects it for a maximum of 4 hours (though it lasts longer on others), so you have to reapply, and the elegant bottle empties quickly. It has everything to be a classic and could fulfill the same role as an ADG. Recommended blindly if you don’t mind the longevity too much; decent quality.
One of my signature scents. Fresh, fruity, and beachy—perfect for being with your girl by the coast. Projects for about an hour and lasts 3–4 hours on skin; very poor performance.
Very clean and fresh, exquisite scent—fruity and sweet that your partner will enjoy. Great for daily wear on sunny or hot days, maybe even at brunch.
Very clean and fresh, an exquisite, fruity, and sweet scent that your partner will definitely enjoy. Ideal for daily use on sunny days, can be worn in the heat, perhaps at a brunch.
Good for summer, sporty and fresh. You can detect melon, apple, patchouli, lily, green lime, and sandalwood in that order. It doesn’t change much; it reminds me of Nautica Voyage but rougher, with more patchouli, less sweet, and an extra citrus touch. Perfect unisex; I liked it more than the women’s version because it has more character and lasts longer (I’m a woman). Simple bottle, clean lines, heavy glass of good quality, metal cap. Longevity is over 3 hours in heat and humidity, with a skin-level sillage.
Great for summer sports. Fresh melon, apple, patchouli, lily, green lime, and sandalwood in that order without much mutation. Reminds me of Nautica Voyage but rougher, with more patchouli, less sweetness, and a citrusy twist. Perfectly unisex; I liked it more than the women’s version, which has more character and longevity (I’m a woman). Simple bottle with clean lines, heavy glass, and good quality; metal cap. Longevity over 3 hours in hot, humid weather with a skin-close sillage.
Square and linear scent at first, very spicy and mature, but once applied it becomes pleasant, very citrusy like lemon and youthful. I liked it.
I liked it, but it’s too soft for me; it needs more punch. Reminds me of Paris Hilton Man, which doesn’t have a review here. The blue bottle.
Mine, my husband’s. Sometimes I use it secretly, haha… But on my skin, it’s a bomb; it really turns heads. The base notes are identical to several women’s perfumes, but here they sound much more intense.
My husband’s perfume. Sometimes I wear it secretly, haha… But it’s so strong on my skin that it makes me stand out. The base notes are similar to several women’s perfumes but much more intense.
Relaxed, fresh, soft yet awake, ready and confident.