Noor Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Noor Oud
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2023 Year 2024
£ Price Tier ££
Shaghaf Oud Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Shaghaf Oud Elixir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Noor Oud
This one's a divisive oud-rose hit. If you're after a sweet, warm, vanilla-forward oud experience with serious staying power, Noor Oud delivers. But don't expect a carbon copy of its pricier cousins - some find its saffron a bit too punchy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Shaghaf Oud Elixir
This is a seriously polarising beast. Shaghaf Oud Elixir doubles down on the original's intensity, delivering a potent, grown-up oud and rose bomb. It's not for the faint-hearted, but for those who get it, it's an absolute addiction. Expect atomic performance, for better or worse.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 17% 14%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 0% 6%
Sweet 31% 33%
Warm 26% 28%
Woody 23% 11%
Earthy 17% 12%
Animalic 21% 18%
Fresh 1% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Noor Oud EdP
Shaghaf Oud Elixir EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 43% vs 29%
Only in Noor Oud
Rose 56%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Elixir
Oud 43% Pink Pepper 27%
Only in Noor Oud
Oud 100%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Elixir
Praline 43% Rose 33% Sage 24%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 45% vs 39%
Amber 22% vs 33%
Only in Noor Oud
Praline 31%
Only in Shaghaf Oud Elixir
Musk 27%

Accords

Noor Oud Shaghaf Oud Elixir
100%
Vanilla
79%
93%
Sweet
100%
91%
Oud
94%
88%
Rose
63%
71%
Amber
72%
69%
Warm Spicy
56%
56%
Powdery
60%
Musky
58%
52%
Metallic
49%
Lactonic
51%
48%
Leather
Vanilla shared
100%
79%
Sweet shared
93%
100%
Oud shared
91%
94%
Rose shared
88%
63%
Amber shared
71%
72%
Warm Spicy shared
69%
56%
Powdery shared
56%
60%
58%
52%
Lactonic shared
49%
51%
48%

Performance

Noor Oud Shaghaf Oud Elixir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Noor Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its significant projection and strong, sweet, oriental profile make it less suited for an office environment. However, these same qualities, especially the rose and vanilla combination, ensure it's a show-stopping choice for dates and formal events. It's a bit much for everyday casual wear, but can certainly elevate an evening out.

Shaghaf Oud Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its nuclear projection and sweetness make it completely unsuitable for the office or casual daytime wear, potentially being cloying. It shines brightest for date nights and special events where its intense, luxurious character can make a lasting impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
91%
Accord
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Oud accords and Rose, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Noor Oud
Shaghaf Oud Elixir
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