Afkaar Eau de Parfum bottle Afkaar
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year 2025
£ Price Tier ££
Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum bottle Intense Instant Crush

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Afkaar Eau de Parfum
Afkaar is a hidden gem for those who want that 'Instant Crush' vibe without the hefty price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser that punches well above its weight in terms of quality and performance, making it a must-try before the hype pushes the price up.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
This one is a properly divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it flanker that throws a leather-heavy punch. Forget the original, this 'Intense' version carves its own bold, polarising path. It's either a sweet, leathery dream or a nightmare of burnt rubber and overpowering synthetic notes.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 10%
Floral 17% 9%
Fruity 2% 1%
Green 3% 2%
Sweet 21% 28%
Warm 19% 15%
Woody 19% 18%
Earthy 16% 18%
Animalic 14% 18%
Fresh 10% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Afkaar EdP
Intense Instant Crush EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 33% vs 28%
Bergamot 16% vs 17%
Mandarin 16% vs 19%
Only in Afkaar Eau de Parfum
Ginger 33%
Only in Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
Black Leather 35%
Shared Notes
Rose 25% vs 22%
Patchouli 25% vs 18%
Amberwood 25% vs 26%
Only in Afkaar Eau de Parfum
Jasmine 25%
Only in Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
Salted Caramel 32%
Shared Notes
Musk 33% vs 21%
Oakmoss 16% vs 19%
Vanilla 16% vs 27%
Only in Afkaar Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 33%
Only in Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
Mysore Sandalwood 32%

Accords

Afkaar Eau de Parfum Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
77%
84%
Warm Spicy
100%
56%
Amber
76%
72%
Citrus
57%
Vanilla
72%
63%
Powdery
52%
56%
Rose
60%
Metallic
60%
56%
Musky
56%
Patchouli
Leather
54%
Tobacco
48%
Woody shared
100%
77%
Warm Spicy shared
84%
100%
Amber shared
56%
76%
Citrus shared
72%
57%
72%
Powdery shared
63%
52%
Rose shared
56%
60%
60%
56%
56%
54%
48%

Performance

Afkaar Eau de Parfum Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Afkaar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Given its strong projection and impressive longevity, Afkaar is best suited for evenings and special occasions where you want to make a statement. It's versatile enough for a casual night out but might be a bit much for a formal office setting.

Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent performance and strong, leathery, gourmand accords make this unsuitable for close-quarters office wear. It's a fantastic fit for dates and evening events where its bold character can shine without overwhelming, but it needs to be worn in cooler weather.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
96%
Accord
69%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Afkaar Eau de Parfum
Intense Instant Crush Eau de Parfum
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