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Tank Battle fragrance
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Tank Battle

EDP Unisex · 2016 · by Mark Constantine
7.2 /10

Tank Battle scores 9/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 9/10 longevity
From USD 80–120From EUR 70–105From GBP 60–90From PKR 22,000–30,000From AED 280–380From INR 7,729–11,593From SAR 300–450
9 Longevity
8 Sillage
5 Versatility
8 Value
6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Sweet Patchouli Earthier Warm Spicy
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Bubble Gum2PatchouliHEART NOTES30–120 min1Cumin2SpicesBASE NOTES2h+1Earth Notes2Woody Notes
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileSweetPatchouliEarthierWarm SpicyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Night Out Art Gallery Unique
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6 / 10
Extreme Heat
3/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
4/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A bizarre, artistic juxtaposition of sugary bubblegum and damp, petrol-soaked earth.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Cloying in heat, shines brilliantly in British winter air.

How It Compares

Versus Comme des Garçons Garage

The Controversy

Smells like industrial construction mixed with candy; extremely polarizing.

Exploring Lush Tank Battle

Tank Battle rewards patience. Released in 2016, this EDP from Lush does not announce itself immediately — it unfolds. The Sweet, Patchouli, Earthier, Warm Spicy structure is layered, nuanced, and deliberately uncommercial. For those who have moved past designer signatures and are searching for something more considered, Tank Battle is a destination worth the journey.

A bizarre, artistic juxtaposition of sugary bubblegum and damp, petrol-soaked earth.

Tank Battle Notes Breakdown

Tank Battle opens with Bubble Gum and Patchouli — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Cumin and Spices. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Earth Notes and Woody Notes.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Sweet, Patchouli, Earthier, Warm Spicy — the kind of profile that rewards a second and third wearing.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (9/10): Tank Battle delivers exceptional longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 12+ hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (8/10): Tank Battle projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (5/10): Tank Battle is suited to a specific context, with a clearly defined personality that not all occasions can accommodate. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (8/10): At around $80, Tank Battle delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Tank Battle Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Tank Battle does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 3/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Cloying in heat, shines brilliantly in British winter air.

Its average across all five zones is 6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Tank Battle is best suited to Night Out, Art Gallery, Unique. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Tank Battle performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus Comme des Garçons Garage

Tank Battle Price Guide

Internationally, Tank Battle sits at $80–$120. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 22,000–30,000 in Pakistan, AED 280–380 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Lush UK, Lush US. GCC/UAE: Lush Middle East. Pakistan: Lush Resellers.

Verdict

Tank Battle earns its premium through genuine distinction rather than marketing mythology — a fragrance that rewards the wearer rather than impressing bystanders.

An overall 7.2/10 puts Tank Battle in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Smells like industrial construction mixed with candy; extremely polarizing.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Tank Battle last?

Tank Battle has a longevity score of 9/10. On average skin, expect 12+ hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Tank Battle worth the price?

At around $80, Tank Battle by Lush is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Tank Battle smell like?

Tank Battle is characterised by Sweet, Patchouli, Earthier, Warm Spicy accords. Opening with Bubble Gum and Patchouli, the heart revolves around Cumin and Spices, settling into a base of Earth Notes and Woody Notes.

Is Tank Battle good for hot or humid weather?

Tank Battle was not designed for extreme heat (score: 4/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Tank Battle for men or women?

Tank Battle is marketed as a Unisex fragrance. In practice, its character is better defined by its composition than by any marketing category.