Malbec Eau de Parfum vs Lato Oscuro Extrait

Malbec

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2004	Year	2016
££	Price Tier	££

Lato Oscuro

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Malbec

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Lato Oscuro

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Malbec Eau de Parfum

Malbec by O Boticário is a divisive beast: some love its unique woody-wine character, others find it shockingly harsh and overdone. If you're outside Brazil, it offers a distinct, masculine scent that's far from generic, but don't blind buy; this one demands a try.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Lato Oscuro Extrait

Lato Oscuro means 'Dark Side', and it delivers: this is a deep, resinous, aromatic scent unapologetic in its intensity. It's a statement piece, not a crowd-pleaser for the faint of heart, perfect for those who appreciate a truly unique aroma. Prepare for strong opinions.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	14%
Floral	1%	1%
Fruity	1%	2%
Green	8%	11%
Sweet	13%	16%
Warm	14%	14%
Woody	35%	34%
Earthy	25%	12%
Animalic	7%	9%
Fresh	12%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Malbec EdP

Lato Oscuro Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes

Lime 9% vs 16%

Only in Malbec Eau de Parfum

Cedar 16% Incense 12% Pepper 11% Mandarin 9% Redcurrant Leaf 9% Violet Leaf 8% Bergamot 8% Lemon 8% Cardamom 8%

Only in Lato Oscuro Extrait

Cypress 29% Orange 29% Pine 25%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 29% vs 21%

Only in Malbec Eau de Parfum

Cedar 42% Sandalwood 28%

Only in Lato Oscuro Extrait

Juniper 29% Elemi 25% Incense 25%

Shared Notes

Amber 24% vs 22%

Benzoin 22% vs 22%

Musk 19% vs 27%

Only in Malbec Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 34%

Only in Lato Oscuro Extrait

Sandalwood 27%

Accords

Malbec Eau de Parfum Lato Oscuro Extrait

100%

Woody

100%

52%

Aromatic

96%

71%

Warm Spicy

56%

69%

Amber

67%

68%

Citrus

56%

52%

Fresh Spicy

63%

49%

Balsamic

62%

56%

Earthy

54%

Mossy

50%

Powdery

46%

Conifer

47%

Smoky

46%

Woody shared

100%

Aromatic shared

52%

96%

Warm Spicy shared

71%

56%

Amber shared

69%

67%

Citrus shared

68%

56%

Fresh Spicy shared

52%

63%

Balsamic shared

49%

62%

Earthy

56%

Mossy

54%

Powdery shared

50%

46%

Conifer

47%

Smoky

46%

Performance

Malbec Eau de Parfum Lato Oscuro Extrait

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Malbec Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Office Casual

Its strong woody and spicy accords, coupled with good projection and longevity, make it suitable for mature casual wear and dates, but perhaps too intense for formal events or sports. Some reviews suggest it can work for the office, especially in cooler weather, but a light hand is crucial.

Lato Oscuro Extrait

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its potent profile of woody, amber, and balsamic accords, Lato Oscuro is too commanding for a typical office setting. It truly shines on dates or formal events where its luxurious depth can be appreciated without overwhelming others.