Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum vs Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Gold Intensive Aoud

Edp	Concentration	Parfum
U	Gender	U
2008	Year	2016
££	Price Tier	££

Sandalwood Neroli

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive rose-oud. Some find it a fresh, clean, opulent take on the classic combination, while others are put off by a persistent 'bleach' or 'antiseptic' opening. A Mancera with a strong 'love it or hate it' streak.

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Our Verdict - Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

This one's a divisive marvel. Some find it a gorgeous, creamy sandalwood dream with a bright neroli lift. Others get an unforgiving, dry, and even 'sweaty' woodiness, with neroli playing hide-and-seek. Definitely sample before you commit.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	18%	12%
Floral	15%	20%
Fruity	1%	2%
Green	3%	3%
Sweet	7%	11%
Warm	8%	5%
Woody	26%	27%
Earthy	11%	18%
Animalic	20%	13%
Fresh	18%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Gold Intensive Aoud EdP

Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Notes

Only in Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum

Lemon 52% Rainwater 48%

Only in Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Sandalwood 44% Neroli 31% Bergamot 25%

Only in Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum

Rose 30% Guaiac Wood 21% Teak 17% Saffron 17% Geranium 15%

Only in Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Smoke 56% Jasmine 44%

Shared Notes

Musk 34% vs 45%

Only in Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum

Woody 39% Ambergris 26%

Only in Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Cedar 54%

Accords

Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

82%

Rose

44%

Powdery

65%

47%

Citrus

58%

White Floral

54%

52%

Musky

44%

Smoky

50%

47%

Warm Spicy

47%

44%

Aromatic

45%

Woody shared

100%

Rose

82%

Powdery shared

44%

65%

Citrus shared

47%

58%

White Floral

54%

Musky shared

52%

44%

Smoky

50%

Warm Spicy shared

47%

Aromatic shared

44%

45%

Performance

Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Gold Intensive Aoud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Gold Intensive Aoud is versatile enough for most settings due to its balanced projection, but its luxurious, sensual character especially suits evenings and dates. While some find it clean enough for daily wear, its prominent rose and wood accords might be a bit much for a formal office environment.

Sandalwood Neroli Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent woody character and strong performance make it a bit much for the office but ideal for dates or evening formal events where you want to make an impression. The creamy and sensual feel lends itself well to romantic settings.