Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum vs Salam Eau de Parfum

Mandarine Sultane

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2016	Year	2014
££	Price Tier	££££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; Mandarine Sultane swings from a vibrant, sparkling citrus to something deeper and more 'oud-ish' depending on who you ask. Some find it a delicious, creamy dream, perfect for any occasion, while others are put off by a 'synthetic' opening. Prepare for a rich journey that might surprise you.

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Our Verdict - Salam Eau de Parfum

Salam feels like a perfume stuck in two minds - half fresh, half cosy - all while being a bit of a wallflower. People are split; some reckon it's an understated gem that gets them noticed, others feel a bit mugged off by the price for something that barely sticks around.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	33%	28%
Floral	18%	20%
Fruity	9%	5%
Green	2%	2%
Sweet	28%	24%
Warm	10%	8%
Woody	10%	16%
Earthy	3%	3%
Animalic	9%	16%
Fresh	18%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Mandarine Sultane EdP

Salam EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Mandarin 48% vs 60%

Bergamot 27% vs 40%

Only in Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum

Lemon 24%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 15% vs 31%

Only in Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum

Neroli 27% Orange Blossom 22% Almond 21% Peach 14%

Only in Salam Eau de Parfum

Amber 44% Magnolia 25%

Shared Notes

Musk 16% vs 50%

Sandalwood 16% vs 50%

Only in Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum

Amber 18% Cashmere Wood 18% Rum 17% Saffron 14%

Accords

Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum Salam Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

100%

52%

Powdery

81%

58%

Amber

77%

74%

White Floral

63%

70%

Woody

73%

58%

Musky

72%

Floral

67%

51%

Warm Spicy

46%

51%

Sweet

51%

Fruity

48%

Almond

Animalic

47%

Citrus shared

100%

Powdery shared

52%

81%

Amber shared

58%

77%

White Floral shared

74%

63%

Woody shared

70%

73%

Musky shared

58%

72%

Floral

67%

Warm Spicy shared

51%

46%

Sweet

51%

Fruity

51%

Almond

48%

Animalic

47%

Performance

Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum Salam Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mandarine Sultane Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

With its moderate to strong projection and good longevity, Mandarine Sultane is best suited for social settings rather than the office. The warm, woody, and boozy base lends itself well to dates and casual outings, feeling too rich for active wear but surprisingly adaptable for less formal contexts.

Salam Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Given its weak projection and skin-scent nature, Salam is ideal for office and casual wear as it won't offend. It's less suited for formal events where more presence is typically desired, and its gentle character makes it less impactful for dates.