Labdanum 18 Eau de Parfum bottle Labdanum 18
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2006 Year 2016
££££ Price Tier ££
Tobak Eau de Parfum bottle Tobak

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Labdanum 18
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Labdanum 18
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 - Tobak
Tobak is a truly polarising scent; some reviewers absolutely adore its unique, nostalgic character, while others find it utterly repulsive. Dive into this one expecting strong opinions - it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair that’s definitely not a safe blind buy.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 3% 2%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 0% 3%
Sweet 28% 21%
Warm 24% 28%
Woody 14% 19%
Earthy 20% 20%
Animalic 28% 29%
Fresh 1% 2%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Labdanum 18 EdP
Tobak EdP

Notes

Accords

Labdanum 18 Tobak
100%
Musky
50%
Tobacco
100%
96%
Amber
63%
Leather
83%
77%
Woody
55%
48%
Sweet
73%
69%
Vanilla
60%
Animalic
60%
60%
Powdery
Aromatic
60%
57%
Smoky
46%
54%
Balsamic
Earthy
52%
Whiskey
44%
Musky shared
100%
50%
100%
96%
Leather shared
63%
83%
Woody shared
77%
55%
Sweet shared
48%
73%
69%
Animalic shared
60%
60%
60%
60%
Smoky shared
57%
46%
54%
52%
44%

Performance

Labdanum 18 Tobak
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Labdanum 18

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.

Tobak

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

With its strong tobacco and leather accords and reported notable projection and longevity, Tobak is best reserved for evenings out, particularly dates where its sensuality can shine. It's too assertive for an office setting and lacks the freshness for active wear, but can work casually for those who enjoy a statement scent.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
91%
Accord
53%
Key Similarities

Both share Leather, Sweet, Animalic accords and Cinnamon, Tonka Bean notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Labdanum 18
Tobak
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