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Which Should You Buy?
Olibanum is a polarising beast. For some, it's a 'heavenly' meditative incense masterpiece, rich and natural. For others, it’s a challenging blend of 'unwashed priest's robe', 'sweaty cedar', and 'gasoline'. Best avoided unless you're absolutely certain you want to smell like an ancient, green-tinged cathedral with a side of Marmalade. A true love-it-or-hate-it scent.
This one's a divisive oriental floral, with some finding it a generic floral-heavy mishmash that skews feminine and others enjoying its woody, spicy, and subtly vanilla nuances. Definitely try before you buy, as personal chemistry and preference dictate its true character.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 13% | 23% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 18% | 17% |
| Warm | 28% | 31% |
| Woody | 23% | 23% |
| Earthy | 21% | 14% |
| Animalic | 8% | 10% |
| Fresh | 3% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its intense, long-lasting nature and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, which could be overwhelming. The warm, resinous, and often 'churchy' scent is best suited for formal occasions or personal, contemplative wear rather than casual outings or sports.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong projection and longevity, coupled with warm spicy and amber accords, make it less suitable for office wear. However, these qualities, combined with its sophisticated floral, incense and woody elements, lend themselves well to evening dates and formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Balsamic accords and Incense, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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