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A divisive Jo Malone creation for Zara. Prepare for intensely authentic, juicy mandarin orange, but be warned: for some, the cardamom and wood conjure up floor cleaner or worse. Test before you commit, unless you're into that sort of thing.
This one's a divisive beast. Mutamayez swings wildly from 'repulsive' to 'special', with many reviewers struggling with a strange opening. If you can ride out the initial blast to the woody, spicy drydown, it might just be a hidden gem - but buyer beware, it's not for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 30% | 22% |
| Floral | 1% | 0% |
| Fruity | 6% | 5% |
| Green | 3% | 8% |
| Sweet | 15% | 13% |
| Warm | 26% | 22% |
| Woody | 30% | 39% |
| Earthy | 5% | 2% |
| Animalic | 0% | 1% |
| Fresh | 20% | 21% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
This is a versatile, albeit casual-leaning, scent. While some find its clean citrus suitable for the office or a refresh after sport, its sometimes potent opening and less-than-subtle nature might be too much for formal events or intimate dates.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its powerful projection and longevity, this scent is ill-suited for the office. It leans more towards cooler weather and nights, making it a good fit for dates or casual evenings, but it's probably too strong and distinctive for formal daytime events or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Warm Spicy, Woody accords and Cedar, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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