Fakhar Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Marlin
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
Marlin is a fresh, aromatic journey that smells like a brisk walk along a windswept coast. It's a proper British green-woody aromatic, perfect for those who want to smell put-together without shouting about it. A real gem.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 9% |
| Floral | 11% | 6% |
| Fruity | 11% | 10% |
| Green | 20% | 23% |
| Sweet | 13% | 18% |
| Warm | 13% | 16% |
| Woody | 21% | 18% |
| Earthy | 7% | 11% |
| Animalic | 0% | 2% |
| Fresh | 26% | 21% |
Mood
Notes
Top 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 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.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its fresh, aromatic profile and moderate sillage, Marlin is highly suitable for casual wear and the office. It's too subtle for a formal event but works well for daytime dates or lighter sporty activities where you want a clean, natural scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords and Lavender, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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