Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum vs Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

Plus Plus Masculine

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1997	Year	2019
£	Price Tier	££

Malbec Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum

A divisive yet beloved 90s throwback, Diesel Plus Plus Masculine is a creamy, spicy-sweet scent that evokes strong nostalgia. Some find its unique character enchanting and modern even today, while others dismiss it as synthetic and juvenile. Love it or hate it, it's undeniably memorable.

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Our Verdict - Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper spicy enigma, constantly compared to Bvlgari Man in Black but confidently carving its own path. Expect a boozy, warm hug that's less uptight and surprisingly long-lasting, though perhaps a tad overhyped by some.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	16%	11%
Floral	14%	12%
Fruity	3%	1%
Green	17%	20%
Sweet	19%	18%
Warm	20%	28%
Woody	12%	13%
Earthy	9%	8%
Animalic	3%	3%
Fresh	16%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Plus Plus Masculine EdP

Malbec Black EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 23% vs 13%

Only in Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum

Orange 33% Palm Leaf 22% Heliotrope 21%

Only in Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 25% Cardamom 19% Ginger 15% Juniper 14% Lemon 14%

Shared Notes

Sage 12% vs 51%

Only in Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum

Jasmine 14% Coriander 13% Birch 13% Violet 13% Green 12% Cardamom 12% Lily Of The Valley 11%

Only in Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

Geranium 48%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 10% vs 15%

Patchouli 9% vs 11%

Only in Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 14% Tonka Bean 12% Nutmeg 11% Musk 10% Anise 9% Clove 9% Vetiver 8% Oakmoss 8%

Only in Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 17% Amber 15% Benzoin 15% Frankincense 14% Cashmeran 12%

Accords

Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

100%

Warm Spicy

100%

Amber

94%

92%

Citrus

46%

80%

Aromatic

65%

75%

Woody

78%

76%

Powdery

60%

72%

Fresh Spicy

62%

67%

Green

63%

Cinnamon

57%

63%

Vanilla

62%

58%

Sweet

Balsamic

49%

Warm Spicy shared

100%

Amber

94%

Citrus shared

92%

46%

Aromatic shared

80%

65%

Woody shared

75%

78%

Powdery shared

76%

60%

Fresh Spicy shared

72%

62%

Green

67%

Cinnamon shared

63%

57%

Vanilla shared

63%

62%

Sweet

58%

Balsamic

49%

Performance

Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Plus Plus Masculine Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its sweet and spicy profile makes it more suited for casual outings or dates, where its 'creamy' nature can shine. While some reviews suggest it's a good office scent, its assertive sillage, as reported by others, might be too much for conservative work environments.

Malbec Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its strong projection and longevity make it less suitable for the office, and the warmth is all wrong for sporty activities. This is a scent for intimate dates and evening wear, with its sophisticated spicy-woody character lending itself well to formal occasions.