94%
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Kashaf Eau de Parfum bottle Kashaf
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year -
£ Price Tier £
Max'd Eau de Parfum bottle Max'd

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Kashaf
Prepare for a divisive experience; Kashaf is a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde. Some will adore its fruity-sweet punch, while others will find it overpowering and headache-inducing. It's a prime example of an affordable dupe that needs time to mature and reach its full potential, if it ever does for your nose.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Max'd
If you're a fan of Terre d'Hermès but prefer to keep a few quid in your pocket, Al Haramain Max'd is a seriously good alternative that holds its own. A solid, woody-fruity-spicy scent that punches above its weight.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3% 3%
Floral 31% 20%
Fruity 19% 22%
Green 5% 4%
Sweet 16% 16%
Warm 12% 16%
Woody 17% 19%
Earthy 5% 11%
Animalic 11% 16%
Fresh 8% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Kashaf EdP
Max'd EdP

Notes

Only in Kashaf
Floral 100%
Shared Notes
Fruity 58% vs 24%
Only in Kashaf
Woody 52% Musk 48%

Accords

Kashaf Max'd
100%
Fruity
100%
69%
Woody
94%
64%
Warm Spicy
90%
61%
Floral
88%
65%
Musky
77%
68%
Sweet
70%
Metallic
65%
Leather
58%
48%
Powdery
52%
Tobacco
51%
Fruity shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
69%
94%
Warm Spicy shared
64%
90%
Floral shared
61%
88%
Musky shared
65%
77%
Sweet shared
68%
70%
65%
58%
Powdery shared
48%
52%
51%

Performance

Kashaf Max'd
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Kashaf

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong, often sweet and fruity profile, alongside mentions of needing maceration to improve performance, makes it less suited for formal or intense office wear. However, its 'flirty nuance' and 'compliment magnet' status make it a solid choice for dates and casual outings, particularly in cooler weather.

Max'd

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and agreeable, earthy-citrus profile make it suitable for most daytime settings, including the office and casual outings. While not overtly formal, it's versatile enough for a relaxed date, though might be a bit too casual for very formal events. Its woody nature isn't ideal for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
94%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
94%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Fruity, Woody, Sweet accords and Floral, Woody notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Kashaf
Max'd
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