Artisan Oud Extrait vs Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

Artisan Oud

Extrait	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2023	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	£

Ilham al Oud

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Artisan Oud Extrait

This one's a proper power play from Anfar 1950. Expect a bold, smoky oud that's smooth enough to turn heads for all the right reasons. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, but if you like 'em strong, Artisan Oud delivers.

Statement

Our Verdict - Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

This is a serious, grown-up oud-rose fragrance that punches well above its price point. It's garnered a reputation as an excellent dupe for pricier equivalents, offering a compelling blend of sweetness and dark sophistication. Not for everyone, but a blind buy for fans of the genre.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	8%	17%
Fruity	11%	9%
Green	1%	1%
Sweet	21%	23%
Warm	32%	27%
Woody	26%	17%
Earthy	19%	22%
Animalic	16%	22%
Fresh	2%	1%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Artisan Oud Extrait

Ilham al Oud EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Incense 50% vs 34%

Oud 50% vs 32%

Only in Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

Rose 33%

Shared Notes

Benzoin 40% vs 30%

Saffron 40% vs 36%

Only in Artisan Oud Extrait

Birch 20%

Only in Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

Raspberry 33%

Only in Artisan Oud Extrait

Amberwood 40% Raspberry 40% Geranium 20%

Only in Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

Leather 35% Amber 26% Patchouli 21% Jasmine 18%

Accords

Artisan Oud Extrait Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

100%

84%

Warm Spicy

80%

56%

Leather

82%

62%

Smoky

70%

Rose

66%

54%

Oud

62%

58%

Woody

Animalic

55%

54%

Fruity

52%

47%

Balsamic

52%

51%

Fresh Spicy

47%

Sweet

45%

Amber shared

100%

Warm Spicy shared

84%

80%

Leather shared

56%

82%

Smoky shared

62%

70%

Rose

66%

Oud shared

54%

62%

Woody

58%

Animalic

55%

Fruity shared

54%

52%

Balsamic shared

47%

52%

Fresh Spicy

51%

Sweet shared

47%

45%

Performance

Artisan Oud Extrait Ilham al Oud Eau de Parfum

Short (2-4h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Light

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Artisan Oud Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense oud-heavy profile make it a bit much for the office or casual daytime wear, but absolutely perfect for evenings. This scent commands attention, making it ideal for formal events and romantic date nights where you want to make a lasting impression.

Ilham al Oud 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

Its sophisticated and rich profile, leaning towards strong projection for some, makes it less ideal for office wear. This is a scent for special occasions, evening events, and dates, where its luxurious character can shine without overpowering. Many reviews highlight its suitability for formal settings.