Uden Overdose by Xerjoff

Uden Overdose is the flanker to the rather popular Uden from Xerjoff’s Shooting Stars line of fragrances. This one was released in 2018. I finally got a sample of Overdose, after multiple attempts at ordering and being shipped the wrong thing. So, I really am glad to get to test it out.

How does Uden Overdose smell? How long does it last? Is it actually worth the price of entry?

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What does Uden Overdose smell like?

Notes include: lemon, bergamot, ginger, tobacco blossom, coffee, amber, musk

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My Full Review

I am a pretty big fan of the original Uden, I bought a full bottle of it a few years ago. So, I was interested in what the Overdose version was like.

This one starts off with the same lemon note as the first, but, it is clear early on that this isn’t the same fragrance at all. It is blended with a slightly sour bergamot and the spice of ginger. It actually is a pretty big ginger kick, featured in this perfume.

What I do notice is the dryness of the tobacco blossom note. Not quite a grass or a vetiver note, but similar to some varieties of those ingredients. Smooth, but not a rich cured tobacco aroma.

I do actually understand the comparisons with Versace Dreamer. Not exact, as that is much more floral than this, but a similar vibe.

The ginger will tone down, as will the citrus. However, the citrus will stick around for the duration.

There actually is a slightly detectable coffee note at this point, but it is completely overshadowed and not nearly as strong as in Uden.

What I was expecting when I heard the name Overdose, was for the coffee to be ramped up and citrus toned down. Maybe a darker formula, but no, they went in another direction.

What is here is a citrusy tobacco blossom with a blend of amber and musk coming from the base. The amber is probably 60/40 with the musk, to my nose. This is basically what the scent is for the rest of the way.

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Sillage, Longevity, and Versatility

This isn’t a particularly heavy scent, you won’t get bogged down with it. However, it does have some above average reach with how it projects. Again, nothing that’s too strong, but with a normal amount of sprays it’s very noticeable in your wake for the first few hours at least.

Then, it’s much more moderate in the 3-4 foot range from where you sprayed, until it backs in before disappearing.

For me, this Xerjoff seems to hit exactly 8 hours each time. Doesn’t appear to go any further than that, but it’s good enough for most occasions. Maybe you might want something a bit longer lasting at the price point.

Seasonally, it’s mostly going to grab attention in the spring and summer months. Though, I don’t think that it’s stuck there. I might avoid the depths of winter, but more mild days and also in autumn is just fine.

It’s a well put together scent that can work as a daily wear, even if Overdose isn’t particularly formal. I do like it going about town and more casually in the daytime, versus being something I’d reach for in the evenings.

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Overall Impressions of Uden Overdose

Overall, do I like Uden Overdose? I do like it. Though, I don’t think that it is anything special, especially at the Xerjoff price point. Also, even if it has a lighter and fresher blend, I don’t think it’s better than Uden. I’m glad that I bought the original instead.

It’s a good perfume. I like the ginger. The tobacco blossom is also interesting. The performance is good enough and it’s a very wearable scent.

There’s nothing particularly bad about this fragrance. Everything is fine to quite good, but that’s a problem for me, if I’m going to be buying a Xerjoff scent.

This is one that I would test out before buying, if you’re considering it. Make sure that it’s one you’re going to want to stick with for the long haul. Most people, can skip Uden Overdose, as it’s too much money for something of this sort.