Midnight Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Midnight Oud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2009 Year 2014
££ Price Tier £
Bent Al Ezz Hana Eau de Parfum bottle Bent Al Ezz Hana

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Midnight Oud
A divisive take on the classic rose-oud, Midnight Oud is a bold statement. While some find its opening challenging - think 'burned plastic' or 'gasoline' - patient wearers are rewarded with a dark, sophisticated dry down. Definitely not for the shy, but a must-try for oud newcomers and dark romantic souls alike.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Bent Al Ezz Hana
This one's a bit of a classic-leaning chameleon; often compared to Soir de Lune, it’s a divisive beast. Some find it a clean, spicy charmer for a mature woman, others get a distinctly 'saliva vibe'. Try before you buy, unless you're feeling adventurous.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 6%
Floral 18% 21%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 3% 2%
Sweet 18% 23%
Warm 15% 13%
Woody 24% 25%
Earthy 20% 18%
Animalic 16% 9%
Fresh 7% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Midnight Oud EdP
Bent Al Ezz Hana EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 34%
Bergamot 18% vs 22%
Only in Midnight Oud
Saffron 27% Papyrus 19%
Only in Bent Al Ezz Hana
Patchouli 43%
Shared Notes
Musk 25% vs 21%
Sandalwood 22% vs 20%
Only in Midnight Oud
Patchouli 29% Amber 24%

Accords

Midnight Oud Bent Al Ezz Hana
100%
Rose
48%
81%
Woody
100%
99%
Oud
85%
Warm Spicy
65%
71%
Leather
60%
Musky
48%
60%
Patchouli
58%
Amber
58%
Balsamic
54%
50%
Aromatic
Honey
50%
49%
Powdery
48%
Rose shared
100%
48%
Woody shared
81%
100%
Oud
99%
Warm Spicy shared
85%
65%
71%
Musky shared
60%
48%
Patchouli shared
60%
58%
58%
54%
50%
50%
Powdery shared
49%
48%

Performance

Midnight Oud Bent Al Ezz Hana
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Midnight Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong opening, significant sillage, and long-lasting nature, this scent is ill-suited for the office. It excels in intimate date settings and formal evening events, particularly in cooler weather, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming.

Bent Al Ezz Hana

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its rich, spicy, and woody accords, this isn't an 'everyday' casual scent, nor is it suitable for office wear where strong projection might be intrusive. It’s better suited for evenings or formal events where its complex character can shine without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
88%
Accord
61%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Bergamot, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Midnight Oud
Bent Al Ezz Hana
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