Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum bottle Criminal of Love
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2014 Year 2007
££ Price Tier ££
Olibanum Eau de Parfum bottle Olibanum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Criminal of Love
This one's a passionate affair, not a casual fling. Criminal of Love is a dark, sensual rose-tobacco blend that polarises with its intensity. While some find it an intoxicating masterpiece, others are put off by its 'medicinal' opening. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or for the office, apparently.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Olibanum
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.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 3%
Floral 14% 13%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 4% 0%
Sweet 16% 18%
Warm 35% 28%
Woody 21% 23%
Earthy 21% 21%
Animalic 7% 8%
Fresh 6% 3%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Criminal of Love EdP
Olibanum EdP

Notes

Accords

Criminal of Love Olibanum
100%
Warm Spicy
72%
51%
Amber
100%
77%
Tobacco
75%
Woody
61%
51%
Balsamic
69%
65%
Rose
49%
Smoky
63%
60%
Patchouli
58%
Sweet
48%
44%
Leather
Warm Spicy shared
100%
72%
Amber shared
51%
100%
77%
Woody shared
75%
61%
Balsamic shared
51%
69%
65%
Smoky shared
49%
63%
60%
Sweet shared
58%
48%
44%

Performance

Criminal of Love Olibanum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Criminal of Love

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and overtly sensual nature, this scent is entirely unsuitable for the office, as many reviewers agree. It shines brightest on dates or for special evening occasions where its captivating, dark intensity can truly be appreciated, making it a poor choice for casual wear or sport.

Olibanum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

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.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
82%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Balsamic accords and Incense notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Criminal of Love
Olibanum
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