Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum vs FOUCO Extrait

Fakhar Black

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	2023
£	Price Tier	£

FOUCO

ScentArt

A

Fakhar Black

B

FOUCO

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

This YSL Y EDP dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Some think it's a stellar, budget-friendly stand-in, especially after some 'maceration'. Others find it falls flat, lacking the original's depth and often suffering from poor longevity. Definitely a 'try before you buy' due to its divisive synthetic qualities.

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Our Verdict - FOUCO Extrait

This BDC-inspired Extrait is a beastmode freshie that splits opinion. You'll love its powerful, versatile performance, but some find an 'off' note that makes it unwearable. Definitely worth trying if you're a fan of the genre and can tolerate a bit of synthetic edge.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	13%	17%
Floral	11%	10%
Fruity	11%	8%
Green	20%	23%
Sweet	13%	12%
Warm	13%	6%
Woody	21%	18%
Earthy	7%	5%
Animalic	0%	2%
Fresh	26%	27%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fakhar Black EdP

FOUCO Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 31% vs 28%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Apple 42% Ginger 26%

Only in FOUCO Extrait

Lemon Zest 28% Artemisia 24% Mint 20%

Shared Notes

Lavender 32% vs 23%

Geranium 20% vs 25%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Sage 24% Juniper 23%

Only in FOUCO Extrait

Pineapple 25% Green 25%

Shared Notes

Tonka Bean 26% vs 21%

Cedar 25% vs 17%

Amberwood 25% vs 13%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 22%

Only in FOUCO Extrait

Sandalwood 24% Iso E Super 24%

Accords

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum FOUCO Extrait

100%

Aromatic

100%

96%

Fresh Spicy

94%

78%

Woody

91%

62%

Citrus

82%

56%

Green

74%

71%

Fruity

57%

55%

Herbal

67%

64%

Fresh

Sweet

63%

61%

Lavender

56%

55%

Amber

58%

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

96%

94%

Woody shared

78%

91%

Citrus shared

62%

82%

Green shared

56%

74%

Fruity shared

71%

57%

Herbal shared

55%

67%

Fresh

64%

Sweet

63%

Lavender shared

61%

56%

Amber shared

55%

58%

Performance

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum FOUCO Extrait

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing profile makes it a safe bet for casual wear and the office, with many reviewers specifically calling it 'office and gym safe.' However, inconsistent performance reports, with some finding it light after initial projection, mean it might struggle for impact in formal or evening date settings.

FOUCO Extrait

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Formal

Its beastmode projection and longevity make it less ideal for enclosed office spaces, with some reviews suggesting it's an 'outdoor fragrance'. However, its fresh, versatile profile makes it excellent for casual wear year-round and strong enough for dates or some formal events where you want to make an impression.