Sweet Redemption Eau de Parfum vs Amber Malaki Eau de Parfum

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Sweet Redemption Eau de Parfum bottle Sweet Redemption EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2011 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Amber Malaki Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Malaki EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sweet Redemption EDP
Sweet Redemption is a polarising scent - some find it a gorgeous, addictive orange blossom delight, while others are put off by its intense sweetness and medicinal edge. It's not for everyone, but those who love it truly adore it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Amber Malaki EDP
This one is a real love-it-or-hate-it affair, with some calling it a stunning amber and others a burnt mess. Expect a syrupy, smoky amber with divisive performance, so don't blind buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sweet Redemption EDP
Amber Malaki EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Vanilla 33% vs 50%
Only in Sweet Redemption
Benzoin 33% Opoponax 33%
Only in Amber Malaki
Labdanum 50%

Accords

Sweet Redemption Amber Malaki
100%
Amber
100%
65%
Sweet
64%
Balsamic
48%
60%
Vanilla
52%
56%
Citrus
Smoky
48%
Woody
47%
Amber shared
100%
100%
65%
Balsamic shared
64%
48%
Vanilla shared
60%
52%
56%
48%
47%

Performance

Sweet Redemption Amber Malaki
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sweet Redemption

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its nuclear performance and thick, intense aroma, Sweet Redemption is generally too much for an office setting. However, its commanding projection and sensual warmth make it a showstopper for dates and formal events, though less suited for casual daytime wear or anything sporty.

Amber Malaki

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its dense, smoky amber profile and reported strong projection, though divisive, make it less suited for an office environment. However, its rich and boozy nature lends itself well to formal events and date nights, particularly in colder weather.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, balsamic, vanilla

Key Differences

Adds amber and labdanum, drops benzoin and myrrh

Where to buy

Sweet Redemption EDP
Amber Malaki EDP
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