Mahbobty Eau de Parfum bottle Mahbobty
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
- Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Ylang-Ylang Eau de Parfum bottle Ylang-Ylang

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mahbobty
This Arabian rose and musk blend is a blind-buy champion amongst a dedicated fanbase, punching well above its weight for fragrance quality, though a few find it a bit too syrupy-sweet for their taste.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ylang-Ylang
Surprisingly Chanel No. 5-esque, this Molton Brown scent is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect clean, musky vanilla with a whisper of florals rather than the bold ylang-ylang its name suggests. Those seeking a subtle, almost 'background' fragrance will appreciate its gentle charm.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 11%
Floral 20% 30%
Fruity 2% 3%
Green 2% 2%
Sweet 30% 27%
Warm 22% 21%
Woody 17% 11%
Earthy 4% 2%
Animalic 7% 12%
Fresh 9% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mahbobty EdP
Ylang-Ylang EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 31% vs 36%
Tangerine 19% vs 26%
Only in Ylang-Ylang
Ginger 37%
Shared Notes
Rose 66% vs 24%
Only in Mahbobty
Woody 33%
Shared Notes
Musk 21% vs 32%
Vanilla 21% vs 34%

Accords

Mahbobty Ylang-Ylang
100%
Warm Spicy
68%
74%
Woody
98%
69%
Sweet
83%
74%
Rose
58%
Vanilla
73%
71%
Citrus
58%
67%
Powdery
71%
57%
Musky
70%
60%
Cinnamon
50%
Aromatic
Warm Spicy shared
100%
68%
Woody shared
74%
98%
Sweet shared
69%
83%
74%
Vanilla shared
58%
73%
Citrus shared
71%
58%
Powdery shared
67%
71%
Musky shared
57%
70%
60%
50%

Performance

Mahbobty Ylang-Ylang
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mahbobty

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, potent character, driven by strong gourmand and warm spicy accords, makes it less ideal for a professional office setting. However, its luxurious, sensual nature and positive community reviews for 'understated but yummy' qualities suggest it's perfect for intimate date nights and elevated formal events, with some versatility for casual wear when you want to make an impression.

Ylang-Ylang

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Its delicate sillage and soft character make it suitable for office wear, yet it might be too subtle for a formal event or a date where you want to make a statement. The reviews highlight its elusive nature, often needing reapplication to be noticeable, reinforcing its suitability for close-quarter settings rather than high-impact occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
92%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Rose, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mahbobty
Ylang-Ylang
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