About Initio Side Effect
Side Effect by Initio Parfums Privés is a rich, boozy niche extrait de parfum that blends rum, tobacco, vanilla, and cinnamon into an addictive, warm, and seductive signature. Bold yet smooth, it’s one of the most talked-about scents in the Initio fragrance collection, ideal for those who enjoy dark, sensual fragrances with loud projection and long-lasting performance.
Why Try the Sample First?
Try a $300+ Niche Powerhouse Without the Risk
Side Effect is a bold scent with a unique personality — this sample lets you test it on your skin before making a full-bottle commitment. It’s a standout addition to your beast mode fragrance sample pack or Initio discovery set.
Travel-Ready, Giftable, and Easy to Explore
This TSA-friendly sample is perfect for travel, layering, or gifting. It fits seamlessly into any intense extrait sample kit or seductive fall/winter scent rotation.
With its boozy warmth and spicy sweetness, Side Effect is perfect for fall, winter, and special evening occasions. Add it to your nighttime fragrance collection or luxury date night lineup.
Scent Profile & Wearability
What Does Side Effect Smell Like?
It opens with smooth rum and warm cinnamon, develops into rich tobacco and vanilla, and finishes with a sensual, spicy dry-down. The blend is sweet, boozy, and slightly resinous — a bold and intoxicating scent for confident wearers.

Longevity and Projection
Side Effect delivers 10–12 hours of longevity with strong projection and a thick scent trail. It’s a true performance beast, made to leave a lasting impression.
When to Wear It
Perfect for fall, winter, date nights, upscale events, or anytime you want to stand out. For similar scents, explore our boozy and tobacco fragrance collection or extrait-level powerhouse picks.
Sample Size & Shipping Details
What You’ll Receive
Your order includes a hand-rebottled sample of 100% authentic Initio Side Effect in your selected volume, carefully prepared by Scent Suave.
Fast Processing & Delivery
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days and shipped with tracking across the U.S.