Ishq Al Shuyukh Gold
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | - |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Obsessive Oudh
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a battleground, not a blind buy. Some get a refined, caramel-suede dream; others, a brutal blast of burnt rubber. Give it time to macerate, then decide if you're team 'industrial gourmand' or running for the hills.
This is very much an oud-centric affair, and if you're into the real deal, not the watered-down Western versions, then Al Haramain has delivered. It's a proper oud experience, with some finding it a feral beast and others a natural, smooth skin scent. Definitely splits opinion, but for oud lovers, it's a solid win.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 4% | 7% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 34% | 31% |
| Warm | 29% | 29% |
| Woody | 7% | 10% |
| Earthy | 15% | 13% |
| Animalic | 38% | 45% |
| Fresh | 2% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage, long-lasting performance, and bold leather-gourmand profile, this isn't suitable for the office or sport. It truly shines for date nights and formal winter occasions, where its seductive and luxurious character can make an impact.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
While some find it a skin scent, others describe it as intense or a 'feral beast', suggesting it's not ideal for the office. Its rich, deep oud and amber profile makes it well-suited for dates and formal events, though perhaps less for casual daytime wear given its strong character.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Musky, Powdery accords and Musk, Amber notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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