Musamam
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
L'Oudh
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Musamam is not for the faint of heart; it's a divisive beast of a fragrance. Expect love or hate, with no in-between. If you're after a bold, intense, almost confrontational scent, this might just be your venomous charm.
L'Oudh is a truly polarising beast, a 'love it or hate it' affair where petrol and rubber meet raw, earthy oud. It's a challenging wear that demands appreciation for its uncompromising, naturalistic approach to a dark, animalic aroma.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 11% |
| Floral | 10% | 12% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 13% | 13% |
| Warm | 27% | 23% |
| Woody | 29% | 35% |
| Earthy | 15% | 20% |
| Animalic | 8% | 10% |
| Fresh | 10% | 9% |
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 strong performance and intense, non-linear profile, Musamam is ill-suited for the office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is key. Its 'next-day type' longevity and powerful projection make it ideal for date nights or formal events, particularly in cooler weather, where its distinctive character can shine without overwhelming.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and often challenging opening notes of gasoline and rubber, L'Oudh is entirely unsuitable for office wear and too bold for most casual settings. Its dark, opulent character makes it more fitting for formal evenings or a daring date, but it's certainly not a crowd-pleaser.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Oud accords and Saffron, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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