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Which Should You Buy?
Maahir is an absolute beast - a powerful, divisive Middle Eastern fragrance. If you want a loud, room-filling rose-oud with huge sillage, this is your horse.
Black Afgano is an icon for a reason, but it's not for the faint of heart. This divisive beast is either a challenging masterpiece of smoky oud and rich resins or an offensive, overpowering mess. You'll either love its dark, narcotic depths or hate its intensity. Sample before committing.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 0% |
| Floral | 32% | 6% |
| Fruity | 21% | 9% |
| Green | 4% | 23% |
| Sweet | 32% | 15% |
| Warm | 3% | 24% |
| Woody | 9% | 11% |
| Earthy | 0% | 19% |
| Animalic | 10% | 4% |
| Fresh | 13% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top 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 beast-mode projection and powerful oud-rose accords, Maahir is best reserved for formal events or evening dates where it can truly shine without overwhelming. Its intensity makes it unsuitable for office or casual wear.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its nuclear performance and intense, dark accords, Black Afgano is far too potent for the office or casual daytime wear. It truly shines for special occasions and daring date nights, where its luxurious, bold presence can make a strong statement without overwhelming a confined space.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy accords
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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