Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum vs Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Hugo Extreme

Edp	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2016	Year	2022
££	Price Tier	£

Fakhar Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum

A turbocharged green apple burst rides on waves of clean herbs and woods, delivering the iconic Hugo freshness in a more intense, lasting EDP style. For those who want to stand out with crisp, energetic modernity.

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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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Scent Profile

Citrus	4%	13%
Floral	12%	11%
Fruity	25%	11%
Green	30%	20%
Sweet	10%	13%
Warm	5%	13%
Woody	24%	21%
Earthy	6%	7%
Animalic	0%	0%
Fresh	35%	26%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Hugo Extreme EdP

Fakhar Black EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Apple 100%

Shared Notes

Apple 100% vs 42%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 31% Ginger 26%

Shared Notes

Lavender 36% vs 32%

Sage 32% vs 23%

Geranium 30% vs 20%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Juniper 23%

Shared Notes

Cedar 47% vs 25%

Only in Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum

Fir Resin 52%

Only in Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 27% Amberwood 25% Vetiver 22%

Accords

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

100%

85%

Fresh Spicy

96%

80%

Green

56%

70%

Woody

78%

60%

Fruity

71%

Fresh

64%

Citrus

62%

Lavender

61%

50%

Herbal

55%

Amber

55%

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

85%

96%

Green shared

80%

56%

Woody shared

70%

78%

Fruity shared

60%

71%

Fresh

64%

Citrus

62%

Lavender

61%

Herbal shared

50%

55%

Amber

55%

Performance

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Hugo Extreme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

The vibrant green apple, aromatic herbs, and fresh spicy profile make this a top choice for spring and summer, while its subtle woody base keeps it versatile into the fall. It lacks the heaviness or warmth for true winter performance.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Sport

Bright, crisp, and clean, Hugo Extreme is office and casual-ready, never overwhelming yet distinct. Its energetic freshness adapts well for daytime dates or light sporting use, but lacks the gravitas for formal occasions.

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.