Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum bottle Labdanum 18
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2006 Year 2017
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Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum bottle Ambre D'Alexandrie

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum
Labdanum 18 is a divisive animalic musk that's either a cosy, sophisticated baby powder bomb or a challenging, almost offensive 'petting zoo' scent. It's not for everyone, but if it works with your skin chemistry, it's an addictive and much-loved modern classic.
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Our Verdict - Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum
A truly gorgeous, boozy amber-vanilla bomb that hits with warm apple pie vibes. It's a confident, rich fragrance that draws compliments, though some find it a bit too sweet or unoriginal. The performance is wildly inconsistent - some say beastly, others a skin scent, so beware of batch variations.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 3% 3%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 0%
Sweet 28% 34%
Warm 24% 28%
Woody 14% 8%
Earthy 20% 16%
Animalic 28% 33%
Fresh 1% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Labdanum 18 EdP
Ambre D'Alexandrie EdP

Notes

Only in Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 36% Tobacco 33% Benzoin 31%
Only in Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum
Ambergris 56% Musk 44%

Accords

Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum
100%
Musky
96%
Amber
100%
77%
Woody
69%
Vanilla
60%
63%
Leather
60%
Animalic
44%
60%
Powdery
45%
57%
Smoky
54%
Balsamic
Tobacco
51%
48%
Sweet
47%
100%
Amber shared
96%
100%
77%
Vanilla shared
69%
60%
63%
Animalic shared
60%
44%
Powdery shared
60%
45%
57%
54%
51%
Sweet shared
48%
47%

Performance

Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warmth, sweetness, and prominent animalic notes make it better suited for intimate dates or formal evening wear rather than a professional office. While some find it comforting casually, its intensity can be too much for everyday wear or active sport.

Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This amber-vanilla powerhouse isn't subtle, making it less suitable for the office. It's a fantastic choice for dates and formal events, often described as sexy and intoxicating. The warm, cosy nature also makes it a strong contender for casual wear in colder weather.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
87%
Accord
64%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Labdanum, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum
Ambre D'Alexandrie Eau de Parfum
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