Is Al Haramain Perfumes Junoon Oud a dupe of Bvlgari Man?
Bvlgari Man EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2023 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Junoon Oud EDP
Junoon Oud and Bvlgari Man both explore woody, musky, and amber territories, but diverge significantly in execution. Junoon Oud, a newer release, aims for a potent citrus-woody presence, but can be synthetic and inconsistent out of the bottle; maceration may be required. Bvlgari Man, now discontinued, is famed for its unique, clean yet slightly dirty woodiness, but suffers from performance issues. If you seek bold projection and can risk initial harshness for potential payoff, go with Junoon Oud. If you prefer a refined, albeit fleeting, woody experience, hunt down Bvlgari Man.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Bvlgari Man
- Junoon Oud
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance with a strong initial projection.
- You enjoy citrus notes blended with woody accords.
- You're willing to wait for a fragrance to macerate.
- You prefer a modern fragrance at a reasonable price.
- You appreciate unique and sophisticated woody scents.
- You prefer a fragrance with a 'clean yet dirty' profile.
- You prioritize scent quality over longevity.
- You enjoy collecting discontinued fragrances.
A quiet woody scent by Morillas: violet leaf and pear on top, vetiver and cashmere wood in the middle, honey and musk below. Neat, polished and close to the skin.
Tangy grapefruit meets deep woods, with a clean musk running under it. Jasmine, amber, rosewood and patchouli round it out. Bright, with real strength, and good for casual days and warm weather.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Grapefruit
27% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
21% share of the perfume
Heart Notes
Woody Notes
14% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Amber
8% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
5% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
1% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
13%
vs
20%
Amber
7%
vs
2%
Musk
7%
vs
13%
Honey
14% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
11% share of the perfume
Pear
10% share of the perfume
Lotus
6% share of the perfume
Bergamot
6% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
5% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Benzoin
2% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
2% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
1% share of the perfume
Amber
7%
vs
2%
Woody Notes
14% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
5% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
1% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Pear, violet leaf and soft woods work in spring, summer and autumn. Winter calls for something with more heat.
Occasions
Quiet and polished, it is built for the office, casual days and smart occasions. It is too soft to stand out on a night out or at the gym.
Seasons
Grapefruit and wood feel crisp in spring and summer, and amber and patchouli carry it through autumn. Winter is its weakest season.
Occasions
Not ideal for a conservative office, given its strength and staying power. The fresh citrus and woods suit casual outings and dates, and the robust character can work for evenings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 3 of its 7 notes, including Woody Notes, Musk, Amber
Adds grapefruit and jasmine, drops benzoin and bergamot
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