Samaha
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
MALVS
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A soft oriental woven from oud, amber, and incense, Samaha leans contemplative rather than projection-heavy. Fruity vanilla touches lighten the dry-down; a winter evening scent for those who prefer their oud quiet.
This one's a divisive, dark amber. Some reckon it's a mysterious, sensual masterpiece with temple vibes, while others find it a cloying, dated mess. Definitely one to try before you commit, as it pushes strong opinions.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 2% | 4% |
| Fruity | 25% | 7% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 26% | 20% |
| Warm | 22% | 28% |
| Woody | 26% | 26% |
| Earthy | 16% | 18% |
| Animalic | 12% | 7% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Oud, incense, and amber center the composition in winter-oriental territory; fall sits naturally alongside as the secondary fit. Spring and summer are too bright for the resinous base to hold its shape.
Occasions
A heavy oriental dry-down and a night-leaning profile favour formal evening wear and dates. The intimate-to-moderate sillage opens some casual range, but office settings sit at the edge of its comfort zone and sport is off the table.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong amber, woody, and incense accords, MALVS is best suited for evening and cooler weather occasions. While some find it cozy enough for casual wear, its intensity makes it less ideal for the office or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Apple, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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