Oud Touch
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2013 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
PHI Une Rose de Kandahar
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for those who get it, Oud Touch is a beastly performer that belies its bargain price. Expect an intense, polarising experience - not for the faint of heart or nose.
This one's a masterpiece, but she's not for everyone. PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is a polarising, complex rose, adored by many for its unique, warm, and sophisticated take on the classic floral, yet some find it too powdery, spicy or even reminiscent of baby products. Definitely try before you buy to see if it suits your skin.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 6% |
| Floral | 21% | 20% |
| Fruity | 13% | 8% |
| Green | 1% | 4% |
| Sweet | 35% | 32% |
| Warm | 13% | 17% |
| Woody | 7% | 8% |
| Earthy | 13% | 12% |
| Animalic | 13% | 10% |
| Fresh | 8% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its beast-mode projection and longevity make it completely unsuitable for the office, risking offending colleagues. It shines brightest in formal or date night settings due to its bold, luxurious character, but should be sprayed sparingly. Casual wear is possible, especially outdoors in cooler weather, but it's not an everyday, low-key scent.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its depth and complexity, combined with good longevity and moderate sillage, make it suitable for dates and formal events. While sophisticated, it might be a bit too rich for an everyday office setting, and certainly not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Sweet, Fruity accords and Vanilla, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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