Thara Al Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
The Serpent
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly 'Oud for Greatness' inspired scent gets mixed reviews for its rough edges and inconsistent performance, making it a bit of a gamble, though some do rate it highly when layered.
This one's a true love-it-or-hate-it affair. Many call it a beastly dark oud monster, but others can't stomach the industrial or 'antiseptic' vibes. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you're into unapologetically bold, challenging scents, The Serpent might just charm you.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 6% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 13% | 10% |
| Warm | 29% | 30% |
| Woody | 23% | 38% |
| Earthy | 29% | 46% |
| Animalic | 20% | 25% |
| Fresh | 8% | 0% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong spicy and woody accords, combined with what some describe as a 'spice bomb' characteristic, make it unsuitable for the office. However, its bold character and formal leaning oud make it quite fitting for dates and formal events, particularly in colder weather.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and polarising 'industrial' facets make it unsuitable for office wear or casual settings, where it might overwhelm. However, its dark, complex, and luxurious character, alongside the strong sillage and longevity, makes it perfect for formal events or a memorable, intimate date night.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Patchouli, Oud, Warm Spicy accords and Oud, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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