Is Lattafa Masa a dupe of Marc-Antoine Barrois Ganymede?

Ganymede EDP

Marc-Antoine Barrois by Quentin Bisch Original Acquired

Masa EDP

Lattafa   Inspired Acquired
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Ganymede Eau de Parfum bottle Ganymede EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2019 Year 2023
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ganymede EDP
Ganymede is a polarising beast, a true love-it-or-hate-it scent that defies easy categorisation. For those who get it, it's a futuristic masterpiece; for others, it's just plain weird. Definitely not for a blind buy then, is it?
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Our Verdict - Masa EDP
Lattafa Masa is a total enigma - a divisive love-it-or-hate-it scent that marries fruity exuberance with an industrial edge. It's often compared to Ganymede but brings its own weird, wonderful, and sometimes unwearable twist. Don't blind buy unless you like a fragrant gamble; this one's definitely not for everyone.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Ganymede EDP A Masa EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ganymede EDP
Masa EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 59% vs 27%
Shared Notes
Osmanthus 37% vs 25%
Violet Leaf 31% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Pebbles 24% vs 34%
Suede 19% vs 29%
Patchouli 12% vs 17%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Ganymede Masa
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ganymede

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and distinct metallic-mineral character make it a bit much for casual or office wear, though some find it acceptable with light application. Ganymede truly shines in evening settings or for more formal occasions where its unique luxury can be appreciated.

Masa

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its unique and often intense profile means it's best suited for casual or date settings where its bold character can shine without overwhelming. While some find it office-safe due to perceived moderate projection, others find it too strong and potentially polarising for professional environments, making it risky for formal wear. It's not a go-to for sports, given its heavier notes.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
65%
Key Similarities

Shares 6 of its 11 notes, including Suede, Pebbles, Osmanthus

Key Differences

Adds akigalawood and cedar, drops amber and ginger

Where to buy

Ganymede EDP
Masa EDP
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