Luxor Eau de Parfum vs Initial Eau de Parfum

Luxor

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£	Price Tier	£

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Luxor Eau de Parfum

A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Initio Parfums Prives Oud for Greatness (2019) - lavender, oud and oud translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.

Our Verdict - Initial Eau de Parfum

This is a seriously solid contender if you're after a smooth, woody oud that delivers on scent and value. Forget the low ratings- it's a fan favourite, especially after a bit of 'maceration' to hit its stride.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	0%
Floral	10%	4%
Fruity	5%	0%
Green	5%	2%
Sweet	30%	7%
Warm	90%	20%
Woody	90%	45%
Earthy	60%	25%
Animalic	55%	16%
Fresh	15%	5%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Luxor EdP

Initial EdP

Notes

Heart Notes

Woody 100%

Base Notes

Oud 44% Musk 31% Amber 26%

Base Notes

Oud 48% Patchouli 29% Musk 24%

Shared Notes

Saffron 40% vs 36%

Lavender 33% vs 28%

Nutmeg 26% vs 34%

Only in Luxor Eau de Parfum

Oud 61% Patchouli 39%

Only in Initial Eau de Parfum

Woody 100%

Shared Notes

Oud 43% vs 47%

Musk 30% vs 23%

Only in Luxor Eau de Parfum

Amber 26%

Only in Initial Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 29%

Accords

Luxor Eau de Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum

80%

Woody

100%

95%

Oud

93%

Fresh Spicy

88%

85%

Warm Spicy

80%

65%

Smoky

Patchouli

61%

Lavender

58%

Musky

52%

50%

Aromatic

50%

Animalic

Metallic

50%

Earthy

47%

Leather

46%

Woody shared

80%

100%

Oud shared

95%

93%

Fresh Spicy

88%

Warm Spicy shared

85%

80%

Smoky

65%

Patchouli

61%

Lavender

58%

Musky

52%

Aromatic

50%

Animalic

50%

Metallic

50%

Earthy

47%

Leather

46%

Performance

Luxor Eau de Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Luxor Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Oud-saffron beast built for winter and autumn; far too dense for warm weather.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Formal evening, statement wear. Office wear not advised - very loud.

Initial 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 woody-oud character make it a bit much for the office but perfect for dates and formal events. The community reviews highlight its compliment-pulling power and smooth, lasting scent. It's a bit too heavy and luxurious for casual or sport wear.