Mankind Eau de Toilette vs Agarwood Eau de Parfum

Mankind

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2013	Year	2015
££	Price Tier	££

Agarwood

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mankind

Mankind is a cheap and cheerful crowd-pleaser for those who like a mass-appealing fresh, woody scent, but it won't impress anyone seeking originality. Many point to similarities with YSL L'Homme and Abercrombie Fierce, making it a safe choice with acceptable performance, especially for the price.

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Our Verdict - Agarwood

This isn't really an 'agarwood' scent, but a clean, meditative, and beautifully crafted ode to Japanese incense. It's a serene woody experience that people adore for its calming effect and nostalgic temple-like aura, despite some wishing for stronger projection.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	3%	9%
Floral	1%	1%
Fruity	9%	3%
Green	10%	2%
Sweet	18%	19%
Warm	20%	23%
Woody	30%	40%
Earthy	16%	18%
Animalic	6%	6%
Fresh	11%	7%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Mankind EdT

Agarwood EdP

Notes

Only in Mankind

Pineapple 33% Cardamom 23% Ginger 22% Tarragon 22%

Only in Agarwood

Cinnamon 65% Orange 35%

Shared Notes

Cedar 40% vs 56%

Vetiver 36% vs 43%

Only in Mankind

Cinnamon 23%

Shared Notes

Musk 26% vs 20%

Sandalwood 24% vs 28%

Only in Mankind

Oakmoss 27% Tonka Bean 22%

Only in Agarwood

Amber 27% Patchouli 24%

Accords

Mankind Agarwood

100%

Woody

100%

82%

Aromatic

47%

69%

Warm Spicy

66%

65%

Sweet

63%

Fruity

60%

Earthy

47%

54%

Powdery

55%

Cinnamon

55%

51%

Mossy

50%

Fresh

49%

Musky

Amber

49%

Patchouli

45%

Woody shared

100%

Aromatic shared

82%

47%

Warm Spicy shared

69%

66%

Sweet

65%

Fruity

63%

Earthy shared

60%

47%

Powdery shared

54%

55%

Cinnamon

55%

Mossy

51%

Fresh

50%

Musky

49%

Amber

49%

Patchouli

45%

Performance

Mankind Agarwood

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mankind

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Its fresh, clean, and woody profile, combined with moderate longevity and sillage, makes it highly suitable for casual wear and the gym. It's often recommended for office use due to its non-offensive nature, and several users find it appropriate for dates while acknowledging its lack of uniqueness for formal settings.

Agarwood

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

With its clean, soft projection, this woody scent is perfect for the office and casual wear, creating a pleasant aura without overwhelming. Its subtle nature makes it less ideal for formal events requiring a stronger presence, and entirely unsuitable for sport due to its rich, non-fresh character.