Dehn el Ood Al Salam
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Black Suede Secret
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
If you've dallied with oud before, you'll find true peace with Al Salam. It's a proper oud experience without the eye-watering price tag, surprisingly complex for its bracket.
This one's a solid effort from Avon, offering more depth than some of its Black Suede siblings. It's a nice, soft leather with a touch of sweetness, though don't expect it to shout; it's a quiet charmer, if a bit performance-shy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 5% | 5% |
| Fruity | 25% | 26% |
| Green | 6% | 3% |
| Sweet | 36% | 41% |
| Warm | 14% | 10% |
| Woody | 5% | 5% |
| Earthy | 9% | 8% |
| Animalic | 27% | 25% |
| Fresh | 8% | 11% |
Mood
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its intense oud and animalic accords, Al Salam is too potent for most office environments. It shines in more intimate date settings or formal occasions where its depth and luxury can truly be appreciated, not out of place at all.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate projection makes it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it won't offend. The sensual leather and sweet notes lend themselves well to a date, but its understated nature might preclude it from more formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Leather, Sweet accords
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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