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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a beast - Zimaya Impulse Oud is a powerhouse, offering a sophisticated, sweet rose and powdery oud experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for some, but if you're after massive projection and longevity, this one's a champion.
A truly divisive amber-woody floral that sparks love-it-or-hate-it reactions. Some find it a rich, natural rose, others detect a sharp, synthetic geranium or a 'urinal cake' opening. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 34% | 39% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 29% | 28% |
| Warm | 13% | 7% |
| Woody | 18% | 23% |
| Earthy | 11% | 3% |
| Animalic | 15% | 20% |
| Fresh | 6% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its enormous projection and longevity, this fragrance is best reserved for formal events or date nights where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual wear or the office, as many describe it as a 'room filler'.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its bold, rich, and somewhat opinion-splitting nature makes it less ideal for the office, though some find it intimate enough. The luxurious oriental character is well-suited for dates and formal events, while its warmth can also work for casual evenings. It's far too intense for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Rose, Powdery accords and Rose, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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