old spice original scent aftershave

[jaro 101969]

Gas chromatography has been done that shows very little difference between new and vintage Old Spice. And what differences exist are positive (greater longevity):

Will the real "Old Spice" please stand up

Abstract: Four spice aftershaves (three Old Spice variations and Vijon Spice) were analyzed via headspace-gas chromatography. These aftershaves were compared for similarities across the entire chromatogram. Based on overall similarity, it is concluded that currently produced Shulton Old Spice...

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In India, Old Spice is licensed to various cosmetic and chemical companies- lots of different manufacturers make it, and there are subtle differences between each one, mostly in the sourcing of the chemicals.

Shulton hasn't been "making" Old Spice since 1970. In that year, it was sold to American Cyanamid, a chemical business... years before it was sold to Proctor and Gamble. "Shulton" was retained as what amounted to a brand name.

In January 2016, Procter & Gamble changed the scent of its Old Spice Classic After Shave. According to the product's website, under ratings & reviews, the change was made in order to "comply with new regulations

 

[FireDragon76]

In January 2016, Procter & Gamble changed the scent of its Old Spice Classic After Shave. According to the product's website, under ratings & reviews, the change was made in order to "comply with new regulations

It probably had to do with EU regulations about the amount of irritants in cosmetics, specifically eugenol. My guess is that it only effects the aftershave, not the cologne. Colognes are generally in another regulatory category since they aren't use the same as aftershave.

 

[ScottMac]

One that I've find that is EXCELLENT and a very close homage to the original Old Spice is Original Spice 38 from RiveraParfums on Etsy.

ORIGINAL SPICE 38 black Label Series inspired by Vintage Old - Etsy

ORIGINAL SPICE 38 (Eau de Parfum) - for men BLACK LABEL SERIES •Classification- Oriental Spicy •Comparatives- Vintage Old Spice™ (1938) •Description- A TRUE classic aroma that will never go out of style, very nostalgic, an iconic fragrance. An American classic. Nostalgia in a bottle that gives

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[Badgerstate36]

Going by my memories, Reserve Spice is the closest to the Original Old Spice.

I cant speak from experience but Ive heard that and PAA are the closest.