Mazaaji Eau de Parfum bottle Mazaaji
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- Year 2024
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Our Verdict - Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Mazaaji is a deeply divisive scent, attracting both fervent adoration and strong repulsion. Some find its strong, sweet floral character intoxicating, while others detect an unsettling 'rotten mandarin' or 'urine' note. A total head-turner, for better or worse.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Eau de Parfum
This isn't your average sweetie; it's a bold, confident oud-gourmand that's definitely polarising. Some find it intoxicatingly sexy and unique, while others are put off by the earthy, challenging oud. It's a statement, not a stealth scent.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 10%
Floral 43% 29%
Fruity 3% 2%
Green 2% 1%
Sweet 34% 31%
Warm 5% 7%
Woody 10% 16%
Earthy 11% 16%
Animalic 6% 3%
Fresh 10% 9%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mazaaji EdP
Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand EdP

Notes

Only in Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Orange Blossom 51% Mandarin 49%
Only in Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Eau de Parfum
Rose 45% Almond Blossom 31% Orange 24%
Only in Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Rose 56% Jasmine 44%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 30% vs 26%
Vanilla 28% vs 26%
Only in Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
Amber 22% Sandalwood 19%
Only in Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Eau de Parfum
Labdanum 24% Cedar 22%

Accords

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Eau de Parfum
71%
Woody
100%
88%
Citrus
70%
Rose
66%
Oud
70%
51%
Sweet
68%
63%
Patchouli
62%
61%
Vanilla
62%
Caramel
62%
Floral
60%
Balsamic
58%
Earthy
58%
55%
Amber
54%
Powdery
Woody shared
71%
100%
88%
Rose shared
70%
66%
Oud
70%
Sweet shared
51%
68%
Patchouli shared
63%
62%
Vanilla shared
61%
62%
62%
60%
58%
58%
55%
54%

Performance

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mazaaji Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its 'loud' and 'beast mode' projection, Mazaaji is too overwhelming for an office setting but perfect for dates or evening events where you want to be noticed. Its strong floral and sweet character makes it less suitable for casual or sport wear, though some find it versatile enough for daily use in moderate applications.

Forbidden Words Bombay Gourmand Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and bold character, this perfume is too much for an everyday office or casual setting. It truly shines for date nights or formal events where making a memorable, sophisticated statement is the goal. Reviewers consistently note its 'making an entrance' quality.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
90%
Accord
49%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Sweet, Rose accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Mazaaji Eau de Parfum
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