Stash SJP Eau de Parfum vs Malbec Eau de Parfum

Stash SJP

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

Malbec

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Stash SJP is a divisive, bold, and surprisingly niche-quality celebrity scent that captures an 'alternative' woody magic. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, often described as 'sex in a pine forest' or 'hamster cage' - no middle ground here.

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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

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	10%
Floral	5%	1%
Fruity	3%	1%
Green	13%	8%
Sweet	12%	13%
Warm	16%	14%
Woody	27%	35%
Earthy	18%	25%
Animalic	4%	7%
Fresh	14%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Stash SJP EdP

Malbec EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pepper 38% vs 11%

Only in Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Sage 36% Grapefruit 26%

Only in Malbec Eau de Parfum

Cedar 16% Incense 12% Lime 10% Mandarin 9% Redcurrant Leaf 9% Violet Leaf 8% Bergamot 8% Lemon 8% Cardamom 8%

Shared Notes

Cedar 36% vs 42%

Patchouli 23% vs 29%

Only in Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Pistachio 22% Floral 19%

Only in Malbec Eau de Parfum

Sandalwood 28%

Shared Notes

Musk 17% vs 19%

Only in Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Massoia 33% Frankincense 27% Vetiver 23%

Only in Malbec Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 34% Amber 24% Benzoin 23%

Accords

Stash SJP Eau de Parfum Malbec Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

49%

Warm Spicy

71%

51%

Amber

69%

Citrus

68%

63%

Aromatic

52%

62%

Fresh Spicy

52%

44%

Earthy

56%

Mossy

54%

Powdery

50%

Balsamic

49%

Woody shared

100%

Warm Spicy shared

49%

71%

Amber shared

51%

69%

Citrus

68%

Aromatic shared

63%

52%

Fresh Spicy shared

62%

52%

Earthy shared

44%

56%

Mossy

54%

Powdery

50%

Balsamic

49%

Performance

Stash SJP Eau de Parfum Malbec Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Stash SJP Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its bold, long-lasting woody and spicy profile, with strong sillage mentioned by many, is generally too intense for office wear. However, its 'sexy' and 'confident' leanings, along with 'night out' suggestions, make it perfect for dates or cooler-weather casual outings, and it can even elevate a formal event for those wanting something unconventional.

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.