Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum vs Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Fakhar Black

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	1994
£	Price Tier	££

Insense Ultramarine

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Fakhar Black

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Insense Ultramarine

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

This YSL Y EDP dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Some think it's a stellar, budget-friendly stand-in, especially after some 'maceration'. Others find it falls flat, lacking the original's depth and often suffering from poor longevity. Definitely a 'try before you buy' due to its divisive synthetic qualities.

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Our Verdict - Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Givenchy's Insense Ultramarine: a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. Many hail it as a unique, timeless masterpiece, a summertime beast that conjures vivid images of pristine beaches and sun-kissed skin. Others find it to be a chemical mess, a synthetic headache in a bottle. This isn't a safe blind buy, so sample it first and decide which camp you belong to.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	13%	7%
Floral	11%	15%
Fruity	11%	13%
Green	20%	19%
Sweet	13%	12%
Warm	13%	11%
Woody	21%	17%
Earthy	7%	12%
Animalic	0%	1%
Fresh	26%	24%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fakhar Black EdP

Insense Ultramarine EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 31% vs 18%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Apple 42% Ginger 26%

Only in Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Watermelon 33% Blackcurrant 31% Galbanum 18%

Shared Notes

Sage 23% vs 11%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Lavender 33% Juniper 23% Geranium 21%

Only in Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Iris 17% Magnolia 16% Mint 16% Carnation 14% Lily Of The Valley 13% Cardamom 12%

Shared Notes

Cedar 25% vs 29%

Vetiver 22% vs 31%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 27% Amberwood 25%

Only in Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Tobacco 39%

Accords

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

96%

Fresh Spicy

56%

Green

84%

Floral

82%

78%

Woody

71%

Fruity

75%

Ozonic

69%

Aquatic

65%

64%

Fresh

62%

Citrus

56%

61%

Lavender

Warm Spicy

57%

55%

Amber

55%

Herbal

Iris

52%

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy

96%

Green shared

56%

84%

Floral

82%

Woody shared

78%

71%

Fruity shared

71%

75%

Ozonic

69%

Aquatic

65%

Fresh

64%

Citrus shared

62%

56%

Lavender

61%

Warm Spicy

57%

Amber

55%

Herbal

55%

Iris

52%

Performance

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing profile makes it a safe bet for casual wear and the office, with many reviewers specifically calling it 'office and gym safe.' However, inconsistent performance reports, with some finding it light after initial projection, mean it might struggle for impact in formal or evening date settings.

Insense Ultramarine Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Its fresh, aquatic, and aromatic profile, coupled with strong performance, makes it versatile for casual outings and even dates. While some reviews mention it for office wear, its potency could be overwhelming in a formal office setting. It's too unique and marine-focused for formal events.