Casbah Eau de Parfum vs 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Casbah

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2007
££	Price Tier	££

05 Incense Extreme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Casbah Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive beast. If you're a hardcore incense fan, you'll likely adore its potent, churchy vibes. For others, it's an acquired taste that might be just too much. Not a crowd-pleaser, but then, who wants to please everyone?

Acquired

Our Verdict - 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper divisive scent; folks either love its unique, dry incense profile or find it a bit too odd, like a 'wet stone in the sun' or even bug spray. It certainly challenges expectations of what an incense fragrance should be.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	10%
Floral	5%	9%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	12%	7%
Sweet	8%	8%
Warm	34%	27%
Woody	33%	29%
Earthy	26%	16%
Animalic	2%	3%
Fresh	5%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Casbah EdP

05 Incense Extreme EdP

Notes

Only in Casbah Eau de Parfum

Angelica 36% Pepper 33% Nutmeg 31%

Only in 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Coriander 56% Petitgrain 44%

Shared Notes

Incense 48% vs 61%

Orris 24% vs 38%

Only in Casbah Eau de Parfum

Tobacco 27%

Shared Notes

Cedar 50% vs 38%

Only in Casbah Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 50%

Only in 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Woody 35% Amber 27%

Accords

Casbah Eau de Parfum 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

92%

66%

Woody

100%

74%

Fresh Spicy

72%

Smoky

72%

46%

Aromatic

66%

61%

Warm Spicy

51%

58%

Powdery

54%

58%

Musky

56%

Balsamic

58%

Iris

55%

Soft Spicy

47%

45%

Tobacco

Amber shared

100%

92%

Woody shared

66%

100%

Fresh Spicy

74%

Smoky shared

72%

Aromatic shared

46%

66%

Warm Spicy shared

61%

51%

Powdery shared

58%

54%

Musky

58%

Balsamic shared

56%

58%

Iris

55%

Soft Spicy

47%

Tobacco

45%

Performance

Casbah Eau de Parfum 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Casbah Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Casbah's beastly longevity and sillage, combined with its intensely smoky and spicy profile, make it less suitable for office wear. It truly shines for evening dates or formal events where its commanding presence can be appreciated, while being too heavy for casual or sport settings.

05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its unique, dry, and clean incense profile, coupled with a moderate sillage and often described as 'light' or 'subtle', makes it suitable for casual wear or even a daring date. However, its unusual character and sharp opening might be too polarising for conservative office settings or highly formal events. Most reviews highlight its refreshing nature and suitability for warmer weather, suggesting versatility for various everyday contexts.