Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Varakh Gold
Edp Concentration Extrait
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2024 Year 2024
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Our Verdict - Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum
A dark, creamy, and undeniably masculine oud-dominant scent that offers amazing value, even if it might not break new ground. You'll either adore its rich, woody spice or find its strength a bit much to handle.
Acquired
Our Verdict - 903 Oud Ilam Extrait
This isn't for the faint of heart, or for those with an aversion to deeply earthy, almost animalic scents. Prepare for a full-on, no-holds-barred experience with patchouli and oud at the forefront; it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 3%
Floral 6% 8%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 1% 2%
Sweet 13% 11%
Warm 31% 25%
Woody 26% 30%
Earthy 25% 29%
Animalic 19% 16%
Fresh 4% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Varakh Gold EdP
903 Oud Ilam Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 40% vs 41%
Only in Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum
Pepper 20% Nutmeg 20% Bergamot 20%
Only in 903 Oud Ilam Extrait
Sichuan Pepper 35% Coriander 23%
Shared Notes
Iris 23% vs 33%
Only in Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum
Labdanum 31% Balsam 31% Cedar 15%
Only in 903 Oud Ilam Extrait
Patchouli 67%
Shared Notes
Oud 30% vs 40%
Sandalwood 15% vs 33%
Only in Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum
Leather 31% Patchouli 23%
Only in 903 Oud Ilam Extrait
Musk 27%

Accords

Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum 903 Oud Ilam Extrait
100%
Woody
74%
79%
Warm Spicy
100%
55%
Patchouli
86%
82%
Leather
47%
68%
Amber
68%
Oud
61%
61%
Fresh Spicy
58%
55%
Iris
54%
Earthy
52%
52%
Powdery
Metallic
52%
Balsamic
49%
Woody shared
100%
74%
Warm Spicy shared
79%
100%
Patchouli shared
55%
86%
Leather shared
82%
47%
68%
Oud shared
68%
61%
Fresh Spicy shared
61%
58%
55%
Earthy shared
54%
52%
52%
52%
49%

Performance

Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum 903 Oud Ilam Extrait
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and lasting power, Varakh Gold is best reserved for evening events and dates where its richness can shine without overwhelming. It's too robust for casual daytime wear or the gym, but could work for a confident statement in a professional setting.

903 Oud Ilam Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its potent, earthy, and potentially polarising profile, this isn't suitable for office wear where subtlety is key. It's better suited for evenings or specific events where a bold statement is desired, though the strength might overwhelm in very intimate settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
86%
Accord
79%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Leather, Warm Spicy accords and Iris, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Varakh Gold Eau de Parfum
903 Oud Ilam Extrait
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