Yaqeen Asdaaf Eau de Parfum bottle Yaqeen Asdaaf
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2021 Year 2015
£ Price Tier ££
Ylang-Ylang Eau de Parfum bottle Ylang-Ylang

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Yaqeen Asdaaf
A radiant, uplifting floral that's a steal for the price. It's a genuine crowd-pleaser, despite some debate over its true floral identity - seriously, where's the tuberose hiding?
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Our Verdict - Ylang-Ylang
Surprisingly Chanel No. 5-esque, this Molton Brown scent is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect clean, musky vanilla with a whisper of florals rather than the bold ylang-ylang its name suggests. Those seeking a subtle, almost 'background' fragrance will appreciate its gentle charm.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18% 11%
Floral 25% 30%
Fruity 4% 3%
Green 2% 2%
Sweet 28% 27%
Warm 16% 21%
Woody 11% 11%
Earthy 3% 2%
Animalic 14% 12%
Fresh 11% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Yaqeen Asdaaf EdP
Ylang-Ylang EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Tangerine 22% vs 26%
Cardamom 17% vs 36%
Only in Ylang-Ylang
Ginger 37%
Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 31% vs 48%
Jasmine 29% vs 26%
Rose 15% vs 24%
Only in Yaqeen Asdaaf
Vanilla 24%
Shared Notes
Musk 36% vs 32%
Only in Yaqeen Asdaaf
Sandalwood 33% Amber 30%
Only in Ylang-Ylang
Vanilla 34% Cedar 33%

Accords

Yaqeen Asdaaf Ylang-Ylang
100%
Citrus
58%
93%
Yellow Floral
100%
90%
Woody
98%
89%
White Floral
56%
84%
Sweet
83%
83%
Powdery
71%
68%
Vanilla
73%
68%
Musky
70%
60%
Warm Spicy
68%
61%
Fresh Spicy
62%
Citrus shared
100%
58%
Yellow Floral shared
93%
100%
Woody shared
90%
98%
White Floral shared
89%
56%
Sweet shared
84%
83%
Powdery shared
83%
71%
Vanilla shared
68%
73%
Musky shared
68%
70%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
68%
Fresh Spicy shared
61%
62%

Performance

Yaqeen Asdaaf Ylang-Ylang
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Yaqeen Asdaaf

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With its moderate sillage and bright, inviting character, Yaqeen Asdaaf is versatile for most casual and date settings. While suitable for some office environments, its floral sweetness might be a touch too prominent for stricter professional settings. It's too elegant for sport, but could work for a relaxed formal event.

Ylang-Ylang

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Its delicate sillage and soft character make it suitable for office wear, yet it might be too subtle for a formal event or a date where you want to make a statement. The reviews highlight its elusive nature, often needing reapplication to be noticeable, reinforcing its suitability for close-quarter settings rather than high-impact occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
97%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
93%
Accord
98%
Key Similarities

Both share Yellow Floral, Woody, Sweet accords and Rose, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Yaqeen Asdaaf
Ylang-Ylang
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