Mazaaji Eau de Parfum bottle Mazaaji
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
- Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Orchid

ScentArt

A
Mazaaji
B
Dark Orchid
Full Screen Compare

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Mazaaji is a deeply divisive scent, attracting both fervent adoration and strong repulsion. Some find its strong, sweet floral character intoxicating, while others detect an unsettling 'rotten mandarin' or 'urine' note. A total head-turner, for better or worse.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive beast. If you're after something bold, dark, and sensual, Dark Orchid delivers. Just don't say we didn't warn you about its potency - a little goes a very long way, and it's definitely not for everyone.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 20%
Floral 43% 35%
Fruity 3% 6%
Green 2% 3%
Sweet 34% 27%
Warm 5% 6%
Woody 10% 12%
Earthy 11% 10%
Animalic 6% 5%
Fresh 10% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mazaaji EdP
Dark Orchid EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 48% vs 27%
Only in Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Orange Blossom 51%
Only in Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Gardenia 27% Citrus 24% Bergamot 22%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 43% vs 18%
Only in Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Rose 56%
Only in Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Orchid 33% Ylang-Ylang 28% Lotus 21%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 30% vs 27%
Vanilla 28% vs 22%
Sandalwood 18% vs 25%
Only in Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Amber 22%
Only in Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Incense 25%

Accords

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
100%
White Floral
61%
71%
Woody
100%
88%
Citrus
70%
Floral
79%
55%
Warm Spicy
73%
70%
Rose
51%
Sweet
68%
54%
Powdery
67%
Balsamic
67%
63%
Patchouli
66%
61%
Vanilla
55%
Amber
White Floral shared
100%
61%
Woody shared
71%
100%
Citrus shared
88%
70%
79%
Warm Spicy shared
55%
73%
70%
Sweet shared
51%
68%
Powdery shared
54%
67%
67%
Patchouli shared
63%
66%
61%
55%

Performance

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its 'loud' and 'beast mode' projection, Mazaaji is too overwhelming for an office setting but perfect for dates or evening events where you want to be noticed. Its strong floral and sweet character makes it less suitable for casual or sport wear, though some find it versatile enough for daily use in moderate applications.

Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Dark Orchid is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's a powerhouse, well-suited for dates or formal events where making a statement is key, but far too robust for an office setting or casual wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
91%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Citrus accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
also worth checking

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Compare Another Pair

VS