Is Al Haramain Perfumes Makkah a dupe of Montale Mukhallat?
Mukhallat EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Makkah EDP
Mukhallat and Makkah both deliver a sweet, fruity experience with a touch of the unexpected, but their execution sets them apart. Mukhallat, from the pricier Montale, aims for a bold, synthetic strawberry that some find playful and others find off-putting. Makkah, a budget-friendly option, offers a similar strawberry note alongside incense and bubblegum, creating a 'weird' but intriguing experience. The key difference lies in the overall balance and the quality of ingredients, with Mukhallat having a more polished (albeit synthetic) feel, while Makkah leans into its artificial charm. Both are divisive, so test before you invest!
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Mukhallat
- Makkah
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a potent, long-lasting strawberry fragrance.
- You appreciate bold, unapologetically synthetic scents.
- You prefer a more refined, albeit artificial, composition.
- You're on a budget and want a unique scent.
- You enjoy unusual combinations like strawberry and incense.
- You appreciate a playful, 'weird' fragrance experience.
Mukhallat is pure Montale mischief: a love-it-or-hate-it synthetic strawberry bomb that delights with its nostalgic, playful vibe or offends with its plastic, artificial edge. There's no middle ground here.
Divisive, nostalgic, and a certified bargain, Makkah is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect bubblegum, incense, and a dose of artificial strawberry. Don't blind buy unless you like a bit of weird in your scent wardrobe.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Citrus
5% share of the perfume
Green Notes
5% share of the perfume
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Resins
13% share of the perfume
Amber
13% share of the perfume
Vanilla
12% share of the perfume
Powdery
12% share of the perfume
Musk
11% share of the perfume
Strawberry
32%
vs
19%
Vanilla
22%
vs
12%
Musk
12%
vs
11%
Resins
13% share of the perfume
Amber
13% share of the perfume
Powdery
12% share of the perfume
Citrus
5% share of the perfume
Green Notes
5% share of the perfume
Jasmine
5% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
3% share of the perfume
Vanilla
23% share of the perfume
Musk
12%
vs
11%
Peru Balsam
14% share of the perfume
Resins
13% share of the perfume
Amber
13% share of the perfume
Vanilla
12% share of the perfume
Powdery
12% 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
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Mukhallat's beast-mode performance and highly divisive, sweet, synthetic character make it ill-suited for the office or formal events. It shines best in casual settings where its playful, attention-grabbing nature can be appreciated, or on a fun date night.
Seasons
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique, sometimes challenging, scent profile make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its playful and nostalgic character, along with its excellent longevity, makes it a fun choice for casual outings or intimate date nights, where its warmth truly shines.
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 5 notes, including Musk, Strawberry, Vanilla
Adds almond and peru balsam, drops amber and citrus
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Prices before sales tax, which the shop adds at checkout.
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