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Which Should You Buy?
Maahir is an absolute beast - a powerful, divisive Middle Eastern fragrance. If you want a loud, room-filling rose-oud with huge sillage, this is your horse.
This 80s icon is a polarising scent, loved fiercely by some for its peachy, powdery comfort and reviled by others as a chemical mess. It's a cheap and cheerful nostalgia trip for many, but definitely not a safe blind buy today.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 5% |
| Floral | 32% | 26% |
| Fruity | 21% | 18% |
| Green | 4% | 7% |
| Sweet | 32% | 32% |
| Warm | 3% | 9% |
| Woody | 9% | 10% |
| Earthy | 0% | 4% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 13% | 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 winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode projection and powerful oud-rose accords, Maahir is best reserved for formal events or evening dates where it can truly shine without overwhelming. Its intensity makes it unsuitable for office or casual wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally soft nature make it suitable for casual wear and even the office, despite some finding it a bit too strong. The sweet, powdery-fruity profile isn't typically suited for formal events or sports, though some find it a comforting bedtime scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Vanilla, Fruity accords and Peach, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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