Minya Eau de Parfum bottle Minya
Edp Concentration Extrait
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2024 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Absolute Shadow Extrait bottle Absolute Shadow

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Our Verdict - Minya Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously divisive gourmand, often compared to Sol de Janeiro's Cheirosa 62. Some swear it's a superior, longer-lasting dupe, while others find the almond overwhelming, cloying, or even synthetic. Expect strong performance but be prepared for a Love/Hate reaction.
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Our Verdict - Absolute Shadow Extrait
A divisive take on almond and orange blossom, this extrait splits opinions. Some adore its syrupy sweetness in the summer sun, while others find it cloying and lacking depth. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or those who prefer subtlety.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 2%
Floral 19% 24%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 3% 0%
Sweet 58% 53%
Warm 11% 9%
Woody 6% 10%
Earthy 5% 4%
Animalic 2% 5%
Fresh 2% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Minya EdP
Absolute Shadow Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Almond 52% vs 100%
Only in Minya Eau de Parfum
Pistachio 48%
Only in Minya Eau de Parfum
Heliotrope 55% Jasmine 45%
Only in Absolute Shadow Extrait
Almond Blossom 58% Orange Blossom 42%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 40% vs 26%
Sandalwood 21% vs 29%
Only in Minya Eau de Parfum
Salted Caramel 37%
Only in Absolute Shadow Extrait
Tonka Bean 25% Musk 18%

Accords

Minya Eau de Parfum Absolute Shadow Extrait
100%
Vanilla
94%
100%
Almond
100%
61%
Sweet
96%
85%
Nutty
65%
52%
Floral
78%
73%
Powdery
74%
71%
Woody
73%
58%
Fruity
60%
Musky
51%
45%
Green
Vanilla shared
100%
94%
Almond shared
100%
100%
Sweet shared
61%
96%
Nutty shared
85%
65%
Floral shared
52%
78%
Powdery shared
73%
74%
Woody shared
71%
73%
Fruity shared
58%
60%
51%
45%

Performance

Minya Eau de Parfum Absolute Shadow Extrait
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Minya Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong projection and sweet gourmand profile make it less suitable for a professional office environment. However, its inviting, warm character is perfect for casual outings and intimate dates. It's too playful for serious formal events and definitely not built for sport.

Absolute Shadow Extrait

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and longevity, this scent is far too potent for an office environment. While it could work for casual evening wear, it shines brightest on a date, though its sweetness might be too much for some formal events. It's utterly unsuitable for sport due to its heavy, syrupy nature.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
87%
Accord
89%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Almond, Nutty accords and Almond, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Minya Eau de Parfum
Absolute Shadow Extrait
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