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True Instinct 2023

7.7 / 10 51 Ratings
A popular perfume by David Beckham for men, released in 2023. The scent is fresh-citrusy. It is being marketed by Coty.
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Main accords

Fresh
Citrus
Green
Woody
Synthetic

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
Pine needlePine needle
Heart Notes Heart Notes
CedarwoodCedarwood
Base Notes Base Notes
VetiverVetiver
Ratings
Scent
7.751 Ratings
Longevity
6.247 Ratings
Sillage
6.047 Ratings
Bottle
6.649 Ratings
Value for money
8.446 Ratings
Submitted by Cheshirecat, last update on 08/12/2025.

Smells similar

What the fragrance is similar to
Acqua di Giò pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) by Giorgio Armani
Acqua di Giò pour Homme Eau de Toilette
Acqua di Giò Profumo (Parfum) by Giorgio Armani
Acqua di Giò Profumo Parfum
Terre d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) by Hermès
Terre d'Hermès Eau de Toilette
Voyage Sport by Nautica
Voyage Sport
Aventus by Creed
Aventus

Reviews

3 in-depth fragrance descriptions
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5
Bottle
5
Sillage
6
Longevity
10
Scent
Opweh

13 Reviews
Opweh
Opweh
1  
Freshly cut pine and Acqua di Giò
David Beckham True Instinct (or "Pulsing Instinct" in some regions) is a woody, aquatic and aromatic fragrance. It's basicly like a softwood forest version of Armani Acqua di Giò, and because of woodiness and greenness, leaning towards Acqua di Giò Profumo (or Parfum, nowadays).

Pine needle oil and freshly cut pine can be smelled from the beginning. Not listed, but the sea note is there. Vetiver in the base and I'd say patchouli and incense too. It's all blended quite smoothly and it smells modern, but doesn't take Sauvage/Invictus route. What a great smell!

Not a heavy projector but lasts to satisfaction, which is something that I've not experienced before with David Beckham fragrances. Although not the most original fragrance, I think this is the best David Beckham! The prices have been creeping up though, it's 36 EUR for 50ml bottle here where I live. But I actually think it's worth the money. Look out for discounts, I got my 50ml bottle for 23 EUR.
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10
Pricing
6
Bottle
3
Sillage
2
Longevity
7.5
Scent
SammySin

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SammySin
SammySin
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Great freshie, if it weren't for the H/S
The fragrance itself is pleasantly fresh and also has a pleasantly prominent pine needle note. Not much more, but that would be enough for me if the long shelf life (specifically mentioned on the packaging) were true. For me, the fragrance feels like it lasts in the bathroom. By the time I go out, it has already evaporated. I've also tried spraying a lot more than usual, but without success.

So the fragrance itself gets a good score from me, but with this miserable longevity I absolutely cannot recommend it. A real shame!

If you buy it anyway (also because of the unbeatable price), you should definitely throw the small bottle in your hand luggage and spray it every 30 minutes!
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10
Pricing
8
Bottle
8
Sillage
6
Longevity
7.5
Scent
Resolvedmana

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Resolvedmana
Resolvedmana
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Cheap Aqua di Gio
The fragrance is masculine and fresh, with a little spice and is strongly reminiscent of Aqua Di Gio does not smell as modern as today's Gen Z fragrances, rather classic (older) tart.
So for the price, this is really a very good inexpensive perfume, and I think it is well composed of the fragrance notes. a little too tart in parts but still good

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1 short view on the fragrance
Plooton17Plooton17 1 year ago
5
Bottle
7
Sillage
7
Longevity
8
Scent
Nice scent of coniferous forest. Longevity up to 10 hours. However, had to put it off - inducing strong nausea.
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