1,385 community ratings

Paragon

Name: Paragon
Brand: Initio

2022UnisexModern

Votes lean masculine

8.2/ 10

Community score
1,385 ratings

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Initio Paragon is a fresh, woody unisex scent led by sandalwood, palo santo and black pepper.

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How does it perform?

From 1,245 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.1 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

7.7 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

8.4 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money

6.7 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

89% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Sandalwood Palo Santo Black pepper Oud

White sage

Bergamot Lavender

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Fruity
Sweet
Spicy
Woody
Creamy

What does Paragon smell like?

Bergamot and lavender bring brightness, while white sage adds a green, airy edge. Oud stays in the background and gives the wood some depth; a fruity, sweet softness and a creamy texture run alongside. Black pepper adds a spicy bite.

Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Most pick fall and spring, with winter also well represented and summer the least favoured. It is worn across the day, from daily and leisure use to evenings out. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either side.