Mankind
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Carved Oud
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
Carved Oud is often lauded as the superior, smoother evolution of Tom Ford's Oud Wood. Expect a well-blended, sophisticated woody scent that gets plenty of love, but some find its performance underwhelming for the price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 1% | 4% |
| Fruity | 9% | 1% |
| Green | 10% | 7% |
| Sweet | 18% | 20% |
| Warm | 20% | 29% |
| Woody | 30% | 33% |
| Earthy | 16% | 11% |
| Animalic | 6% | 10% |
| Fresh | 11% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth, refined woody character make it exceptional for the office, dates, and semi-formal wear, as noted by many reviewers. While not a casual 'jeans and t-shirt' scent, its versatility allows for dressier casual settings, but it's completely unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Powdery accords and Cardamom, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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