Is Borouj Lamasat Oud a dupe of Tom Ford Oud Wood?
Oud Wood and Lamasat Oud both aim for a smooth, woody oud profile, but they diverge in price and complexity. Oud Wood justifies its luxury price with refined, balanced notes, avoiding any harshness. Lamasat Oud, while budget-friendly, sometimes veers into synthetic territory for some noses. If you value a sophisticated, natural-smelling oud, Oud Wood is the choice. However, if cost is a primary concern and you're seeking a similar vibe without the high price tag, Lamasat Oud offers a viable alternative despite the potential for a less refined experience.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Oud Wood
- Lamasat Oud
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a more refined, natural oud scent.
- You appreciate balanced, non-synthetic fragrances.
- You're willing to invest in higher quality ingredients.
- You prefer subtle sophistication over bold projection.
- Price is your primary deciding factor.
- You enjoy fragrances with strong projection.
- You want a similar profile on a budget.
- You don't mind potential synthetic notes.
Smooth, creamy and quietly commanding. Oud is the star but it is polished by rosewood, tonka and vanilla, and cardamom lifts the opening. Long-lasting, refined, and made for evenings.
A smooth, dry oud that is easy to wear. It sits near Carved Oud and Oud Wood, with cedar and guaiac wood on top and patchouli and clean musk beneath. Strong staying power.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Patchouli
14%
vs
27%
Patchouli
14%
vs
27%
Amber
7% share of the perfume
Vanilla
7% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
5% share of the perfume
Rosewood
4% share of the perfume
Musk
29% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Oud, amber and vanilla are warm and smooth: winter and autumn, with spring an easy extra.
Occasions
A strong choice for formal events, dinners and dates, and suitable for the office; casual or sport use is less natural.
Seasons
Oud, cedar and guaiac wood are warm and dry, so winter and fall suit them. Spring can handle a light spray.
Occasions
Smooth and smart, it suits dates and formal evenings and fits a sensible office. It is too warm for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Patchouli
Adds amber and cardamom, drops cedar and guaiac wood
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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