Valentino · 2025
Born in Roma Donna Extradose
Premium$$$, 3 of 5
| 100 ml | $205 |
The houseFor womenWearers sayFeminine
VersionParfum
Tart blackcurrant, bergamot and mandarin over a rich aged-rum note and sweet jasmine, sinking into deep Madagascar vanilla.
Valentino says
You’ll smell blackcurrant (cassis accord), bergamot essence, mandarine essence, rhum accord, jasmine sambac absolu and Madagascar Bourbon vanilla extract.
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Wearers say
From 7 Reddit threads · Read what they say
How far it carries
An arm’s length
How long it lasts
6 to 9 hours
When to wear it
Fall, winter
only 2 sources
Where to wear it
Going out, every day
only 2 sources
Who it suits
Feminine · Any age
only 2 sources
Mass appeal
Divisive
Compliments
Sometimes
only 2 sources
What’s inside it
What Valentino names
What the label names
14 scent ingredients on the label, familiar names first.
A label must name certain ingredients, most of them ones that can cause allergies; some houses print more. It is never the whole recipe.
2 citrus1 herbs & lavender6 florals1 sweet1 amber & resins1 spices2 powder
Herbs & lavender1
Sweet1
Amber & resins1
Spices1
Heart6
as it settles
7 more lines on the label, not there for the smell
Not for the smell7
Wearers say
Wearing it
A rich, syrupy blend of blackcurrant, rum, and vanilla with potent projection and lasting power. Fans find it deeply alluring, though its heavy sweetness polarizes blind buyers.
How far it carriesStrong projection and noticeable sillage
Perfumers call it sillage.
Wearers find the parfum formula projects strongly and creates an intense scent trail.
“both have pretty insane sillage especially the extradose.”
Reddit comment, r/Perfumes, 2025 · 4 votes
More from wearers · 1 theme, 1 quote
Some say
Some wearers note that it possesses impressive projection that easily stands out.
“The extra dose is exactly what it sounds like, the OG with an extra dose of each of the original flanker’s notes. More projection, longer lasting.”
Reddit comment, r/Ulta, 2026 · 3 votes
How long it lastsBetween 6 and 10 hours
Wearers report dependable longevity on skin, easily lasting through a full workday or night out.
“Stay noticeable for 6–10+ hours depending on chemistry”
Reddit comment, r/Ulta, 2026 · 9 votes
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Some say
Some wearers say it endures for six to ten hours or more on skin.
“It is very much my favorite perfume and lasts so well!”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2025
When and where to wear itFall, winter, and evening outings
Wearers find the heavy, warm profile best suited for cooler months and evening occasions.
“Extradose I think is better for fall and winter.”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2026
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Some say
Some wearers recommend wearing Extradose in the fall and winter, especially during nights out.
“It’s def a night fragrance but I wear it in the daytime.”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2026
Who it suitsConfident feminine and ageless wearers
It appeals to women seeking a sultry, bold gourmand scent regardless of age.
“Extradose is top 5 for me! It's stunning rich woman sexy to me!”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2026 · 7 votes
Appeal and attractionPolarizing intensity and sweet allure
The dense sweetness draws enthusiastic praise from some wearers, while others find it overwhelmingly cloying.
“I hate it so much lol it smells gross on me.”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2026 · 5 votes
As a blind buyHigh risk of blind buy regret
Blind buying frequently leads to disappointment if buyers are sensitive to syrupy or boozy notes.
“I had my bottle of Extradose arrive today and I couldn’t be happier”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2025 · 6 votes
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Some say
Some blind buyers regretted the purchase due to overwhelming sharpness or nausea.
“Totally agree! I thought I’d love it based on all the amazing reviews and I couldn’t stand it when I got it.”
Reddit comment, r/FemFragLab, 2026 · 2 votes
What it’s likened toSome wearers highlight the prominent notes of blackcurrant accord, rum, and rich vanilla.
“There is no lavender in the women’s extradose the notes are: Blackcurrant, rum, and vanilla.”
Reddit comment, r/Perfumes, 2025 · 4 votes
LayeringLayered with vanilla and fruit
Wearers suggest layering it with extra vanilla or tart berry notes to balance the profile.
“I think Extradose is so great for creative layering combos! I’m currently thinking of getting a perfume with a strong blackcurrant note to spray over to bring out the tartness.”
Reddit comment, r/fragrance, 2025 · 3 votes
From 7 Reddit threads.
Wearers say
Smells like it
For about the same
Perfect ElixirOn your shelfMarc Jacobs · A few wearers say the two smell alike“Another one that has the same vibe is the Marc Jacobs Perfect Elixir.”
Reddit comment, r/fragrance, 2025
Donna Born in RomaOn your shelfValentino · A few wearers say the two smell alike
Donna Born in Roma IntenseOn your shelfValentino · A few wearers say the two smell alikeWearers also name as cheaper copies: Juman Precious. We hold no page for it yet.
Shoppers call a cheaper stand-in a dupe.
What wearers say, set beside the price each house asks. Noses differ.
Our match of the notes
Shares its notes
LibreYSL · shares bergamot, mandarin, rhum accord, jasmine and 1 more
Amor AmorCacharel · shares blackcurrant (cassis), bergamot, mandarin, jasmine and 1 more
Black OrchidTom Ford · shares bergamot, mandarin, rhum accord, jasmine and 1 moreMatched by the notes each house names. A shared note is not a promise they smell alike.