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Oud for Happiness Eau de Parfum bottle Oud for Happiness EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2021 Year 2022
££££ Price Tier £
Intro Joyness Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Intro Joyness Oud EDP
Our Verdict

While both share spicy, citrusy, and sweet facets, Oud for Happiness is a challenging, potent oud experience with polarizing reviews. Intro Joyness Oud, a clear dupe, offers a much sweeter, playful, and mass-appealing take on the same theme, skipping the challenging oud. The Initio is pricier and bolder; the Fragrance World is budget-friendly and safer. If you crave uniqueness and can handle divisive scents, go for Oud for Happiness. If you prefer a crowd-pleasing, sweeter, and less challenging experience, Intro Joyness Oud is the better choice.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Oud for Happiness if...
  • You want a unique and challenging oud fragrance.
  • You appreciate polarizing scents that stand out.
  • You prefer a stronger, more potent fragrance.
  • Price is not a primary concern for you.
Choose Intro Joyness Oud if...
  • You want a sweeter, more playful fragrance.
  • You prefer a budget-friendly alternative.
  • You want a mass-appealing, safe scent.
  • You dislike challenging or polarizing fragrances.
Our Verdict - Oud for Happiness EDP
Divisive but undoubtedly distinctive, Oud for Happiness is either a vibrant, uplifting spice-bomb or a 'rotting animal corpse' with a hint of 'jerky chicken'. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who love it, really love it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Intro Joyness Oud EDP
This is a seriously playful scent that lives up to its name, bringing an airy, dessert-like sweetness. It's a bit of a chameleon, leaning feminine for some, but universally fun if worn sparingly.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Oud for Happiness EDP
Intro Joyness Oud EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 41%
Ginger 49% vs 58%
Shared Notes
Licorice 100% vs 38%
Only in Intro Joyness Oud
Cedar 33% Oud 28%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 37% vs 25%
Green 31% vs 37%
Musk 31% vs 37%

Accords

Oud for Happiness Intro Joyness Oud
100%
Fresh Spicy
90%
70%
Green
100%
64%
Musky
98%
88%
Citrus
61%
84%
Soft Spicy
47%
71%
Vanilla
47%
70%
Powdery
71%
69%
Oud
64%
Sweet
47%
Fresh
64%
62%
Woody
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
90%
Green shared
70%
100%
Musky shared
64%
98%
Citrus shared
88%
61%
Soft Spicy shared
84%
47%
Vanilla shared
71%
47%
Powdery shared
70%
71%
Oud
69%
Sweet shared
64%
47%
64%
62%

Performance

Oud for Happiness Intro Joyness Oud
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Oud for Happiness

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its robust projection and very long-lasting nature, coupled with its bold, spicy and green character, make it less ideal for a restrained office environment. However, its unique and appealing profile lends itself well to casual outings, dating, and even more daring formal events where making a statement is desired.

Intro Joyness Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its playful and sweet nature, coupled with a dominant fresh and green accord, makes it ideal for casual wear and dates. It's too unique and potentially 'annoying' for everyday office wear or formal events, but its freshness suits light activity.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
69%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, citrus, soft spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Oud for Happiness EDP
Intro Joyness Oud EDP
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