Mena
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
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| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Marjan
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Which Should You Buy?
Mena is a scent that provokes strong reactions. Prepare yourself for an orthodox church in a bottle, a rich, resinous amber and sandalwood affair. Some find it a spiritual masterpiece, others a challenging, even 'soiled nappy' scent. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it kind of fragrance.
Marjan by Al Haramain Perfumes is a divisive one. You'll either love its intensely fresh, spicy, and woody kick or find it utterly perplexing. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite the gorgeous bottle.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 2% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 11% |
| Sweet | 22% | 15% |
| Warm | 23% | 42% |
| Woody | 48% | 36% |
| Earthy | 11% | 10% |
| Animalic | 10% | 5% |
| Fresh | 13% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.
Occasions
Its rich, resinous character and significant projection make it unsuitable for an office setting. However, the luxurious, warm amber and sandalwood make it an ideal choice for a date or formal evening, while being a bit too heavy for casual daytime wear.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its bold and unique profile, with significant projection, makes it less suitable for a typical office environment. However, many reviewers find it 'uplifting' and 'sexy' for summer, suggesting it's perfect for casual outings or making a statement on a date. Its distinctive nature leans away from traditional formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Pine, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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