Shaghaf Oud Royale Eau de Parfum bottle Shaghaf Oud Royale
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Black Musk Eau de Parfum bottle Black Musk

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Shaghaf Oud Royale
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shaghaf Oud Royale
A divisive but well-performing Middle Eastern-style oud. Expect prominent patchouli and saffron, with a softer, Western-friendly oud that leans more woody than barnyard. Incredible value, though some find it lacks sweetness or refinement.
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Our Verdict - Black Musk
If you're into the Oud for Greatness DNA, this is a masterful spin. Expect a deep, musky, spicy take that many consider the best of its kind.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 6% 6%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 3% 3%
Sweet 11% 8%
Warm 28% 22%
Woody 26% 33%
Earthy 30% 30%
Animalic 23% 28%
Fresh 7% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shaghaf Oud Royale EdP
Black Musk EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 59% vs 37%
Lavender 40% vs 41%
Only in Black Musk
Nutmeg 21%
Shared Notes
Oud 60% vs 100%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Royale
Nutmeg 39%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 64% vs 60%
Musk 35% vs 40%

Accords

Shaghaf Oud Royale Black Musk
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
85%
Fresh Spicy
91%
87%
Oud
87%
64%
Lavender
87%
79%
Patchouli
82%
58%
Musky
68%
58%
Woody
61%
57%
Metallic
56%
55%
Earthy
56%
Aromatic
52%
51%
Leather
Warm Spicy shared
100%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
85%
91%
Oud shared
87%
87%
Lavender shared
64%
87%
Patchouli shared
79%
82%
Musky shared
58%
68%
Woody shared
58%
61%
Metallic shared
57%
56%
Earthy shared
55%
56%
52%
51%

Performance

Shaghaf Oud Royale Black Musk
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Shaghaf Oud Royale

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its impressive longevity and strong sillage mean this isn't shy, making it borderline for the office unless applied lightly. However, its rich, refined character and 'royal' feel make it perfectly suited for formal events and a confident choice for dates. It's generally too heavy for casual wear or sport.

Black Musk

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warmth, good projection, and considerable longevity make Black Musk excellent for dates and formal events where you want to make an impression without being overwhelming. While too strong for regular office wear, it could work for a casual evening out.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
98%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
100%
Accord
95%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Oud accords and Lavender, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Shaghaf Oud Royale
Black Musk
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