Crystal Saffron
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Portfolio Imperial Oud
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, potent, and undeniably modern, Crystal Saffron is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect sharp, metallic saffron, nuclear performance, and endless 'what's that smell?' queries. Not for the faint-hearted.
This used to be a beastly, animalic oud for the daring, but apparently Al Haramain have been sending out a different, watered-down version under the same name. If you can get your hands on the original, it's a love-it-or-hate-it powerhouse.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 12% | 13% |
| Warm | 31% | 28% |
| Woody | 9% | 10% |
| Earthy | 13% | 21% |
| Animalic | 42% | 33% |
| Fresh | 18% | 11% |
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Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power mean one needs to be incredibly careful with application for office wear. However, its unique, attention-grabbing aura makes it suitable for dates, casual outings, or even formal events where you want to make a statement.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
The original formulation is a beast-mode fragrance with strong projection and longevity, making it largely unsuitable for office wear. Its dark, sensual accords are perfect for date nights and formal evening events, but for casual wear it's quite intense.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Musky accords and Ambroxan, Incense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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