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Hindu Grass Eau de Parfum bottle Hindu Grass Extrait
Extrait Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2008 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
Dark Magic Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Magic EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Hindu Grass Extrait
A divisive, take-no-prisoners patchouli bomb that some absolutely adore for its earthy, green intensity, while others find it overwhelmingly harsh. If you don't love patchouli, you'll hate this. If you do, prepare for a masterpiece.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Dark Magic EDP
A divisive, dark, and enigmatic oud that’s either a glorious head shop experience or a soapy disaster. Expect an intense, long-lasting performance.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Hindu Grass Extrait
Dark Magic EDP

Notes

Only in Dark Magic
Green 50% Cannabis 50%
Shared Notes
Tobacco 18% vs 38%

Accords

Hindu Grass Dark Magic
100%
Green
81%
63%
Woody
100%
Oud
100%
58%
Tobacco
88%
Amber
86%
85%
Patchouli
Cannabis
65%
Aromatic
60%
45%
Sweet
58%
52%
Fresh
52%
Earthy
Herbal
48%
46%
Balsamic
Green shared
100%
81%
Woody shared
63%
100%
Oud
100%
Tobacco shared
58%
88%
86%
85%
65%
60%
Sweet shared
45%
58%
52%
52%
48%
46%

Performance

Hindu Grass Dark Magic
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Hindu Grass

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Given its nuclear strength and potent patchouli-forward profile, Hindu Grass isn't ideal for office wear, where discretion is key. It suits casual outings and dates, particularly in cooler weather, where its earthy character can shine without overwhelming those around you. It's too assertive for formal occasions or sports.

Dark Magic

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong, long-lasting performance and heavy accords like oud and tobacco, this is best suited for evenings and cooler weather. It's too potent for the office but makes a bold statement on a date or at a formal event.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, woody, tobacco

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Hindu Grass Extrait
Dark Magic EDP
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