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Diwan
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget-friendly Perfume Parlour interpretation of Xerjoff's More Than Words (2012), Actions Count leans into the original's smoky resinous opening of olibanum and labdanum, a warm ambergris heart, and an oud-amber drydown for wearers who want the niche-luxury mood at a fraction of the price.
This one is a beast, so proceed with caution. Diwan from Alrehab is a seriously potent scent that will fill a room, though its unique sweetness might not be for everyone. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 5% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 23% | 21% |
| Warm | 22% | 30% |
| Woody | 20% | 24% |
| Earthy | 17% | 12% |
| Animalic | 31% | 32% |
| Fresh | 6% | 6% |
Mood
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Top Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Smoky olibanum, labdanum, ambergris and a deep oud-amber base land squarely in cold-weather territory; winter is the strongest fit with fall close behind. The resinous density and warmth would feel oppressive in summer heat.
Occasions
An evening-coded oriental with a niche-luxury backbone reads best for date nights and formal dinners where presence is welcome. Office and casual wear are weaker fits because the smoke and oud are too assertive for daytime contexts; sport wear is a non-starter.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its intense power and sweetness, Diwan isn't one for the office or casual daytime. It's best reserved for evening dates or formal events where its commanding presence can truly shine without overpowering. The rich, warm spicy and musky accords lend themselves to cooler weather and dressed-up occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Oud, Warm Spicy accords and Ambergris, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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