Valentine's fragrance guide for him

1. Davidoff Cool Water Men, was £38 now £25.33 at Boots
Scent: Refreshing and contemporary
Masculine and sporty, Davidoff Cool Water has been a popular fragrance for well over a decade now. The blend of lavender, peppermint and amber really comes through to create a fantastic smelling scent, which is light and suitable for everyday use. If your bloke is into sport or looking for something to spritz on after the gym, you can't go wrong with this sensual fragrance. Users on ciao.co.uk seem to love the fact that Davidoff Cool Water is subtle, one bottle lasts for ages and as one review puts it: "Is a classic that has stood the test of time."
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2. Armani Code, £33.50 for 30ml
Scent: sexy and seductive
If he just doesn't get the message sometimes, then he's the perfect candidate for this sexy and seductive scent from Armani. Armani Code fuses notes of olive tree blossom and tonka bean to create a suave and sophisticated fragrance that one ciao.co.uk user called a "babe magnet." You may not want him to turn into one of those but you can encourage him to smarten up and play the part with this fragrance, which is: "Sweet, spicy, woodsy, you only need one spray a day which lets it last a while."
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3. Carolina Herrera 212 VIP, from £31.88 for 50ml
Scent: Vibrant and full of life
This explosive cocktail of vodka, frozen mint, lime caviar and vibrant spices is perfect for the life and soul of the party. Recommended by The Perfume Shop, Carolina Herrera 212 VIP is for the Very Important Person in your life and comes presented in a sleek silver bottle with magnetic cap, which also happens to be very handy for slipping into his travel or gym bag.
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4. Paul Smith Extreme for men, was £21.45 now £16.09 from Boots for 30ml
Scent: Lively and sophisticated
Just like the man behind behind the fragrance, Sir Paul Smith, Paul Smith Extreme is lively, sophisticated and bursting with life. The combination of geranium and rosewood with tonka bean and modern musk creates an aromathat is woody, spicy and unexpected. The understated packaging for the 30ml would also suit his travel bag or opt for the 100ml-size bottle with its iconic Paul Smith stripes. If you can't decide between the two, why not treat him to a Paul Smith Extreme gift set, which comes complete with a 50ml bottle of fragrance and 75ml shower gel.
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5. Hugo Boss Orange Man, from £29.55 for 60ml
Scent: Masculine and full of zest
As the name suggests, Boss Orange Man is packed full of zesty fragrances to reinvigorate your man and keep him smelling fresh all day long. He may not be Orlando Bloom but this uplifting oriental scent made from a blend of frankincense, vanilla and crisp apple plus a hint of pepper will suit a cheeky, laid-back sort, says The Perfume Shop. The bottle will also look good in your bathroom cabinet.
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6. CK One, was £34 now £22.66 for 100ml from Boots
Scent: Light and relaxed
Loved by millions, you really can't go wrong with CK One. Boots have recommended it as a top buy, thanks to it's unique citrus floral and herbaceous scent. This everyday fragrance will remind you of good times and it's so universal that it can be used by you too. CK One really is the bottle to share because as one ciao.co.uk user puts it: "it does give a certain level of feel good factor because you feel good and having smelt it on the girlfriend from the opposite point of view I can see why it gets noticed and why people can recognise this straight away."
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7. Diesel Only The Brave, from £18.49 for 50ml
Scent: Gorgeously masculine
If he thinks he's a bit of a tough guy then Diesel Only The Brave is the perfect choice this Valentine's. Not only does The Perfume Shop recommend this scent, which, according to the spielm inspires victory, strength and conviction, but the users on ciao.co.uk appreciate the gorgeously masculine scent and funky, fist-shaped bottle. One ciao.co.uk user says: "Given the mixture of a strong, masculine and fresh scent with the longevity you would expect for the price I would certainly recommend this product to anyone seeking to try out the Diesel range of fragrances."
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8. Gucci Guilty Pour Homme, from £39.95 for 50ml
Scent: Citrus with a hint of pepper
Gucci Guilty Pour Homme is what The Perfume Shop calls a hero scent for our time. With notes of lemon, lavender and pink pepper, this fragrance is designed for men who know what they want and go get it. It is not for the faint-hearted but if your man is assertive and you love him for his decisiveness, choose this fantastic scent from fashion house Gucci.
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9. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme, from £31.49 for 75ml
Scent: A blast of precious woods and spices
Beginning with base notes of juniper berries, bergamot and lavender, then heart notes of sage, coriander and freesia and finishing with notes of sandalwood, moss and cedar, L'Eau d'Issey is a complex yet individual fragrance. The bottle is sleek, sophisticated and would also look good on the bathroom shelf. The experts at The Perfume Shop say this fragrance will: "awaken his senses with a blast of precious woods and spices."
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10. Paco Rabanne 1 Million, from £25.83
Scent: Masculinity through and through
Show him he's worth it with this top-rated scent, according to The Perfume Shop, and number one choice of scents on ciao.co.uk. Paco Rabanne 1 Million contains notes of peppermint and sensual leather, which surprisingly really works. One user on ciao.co.uk said Paco Rabanne 1 million is: "A lovely fragrance that simply belongs in any men's collection."
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