02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum vs ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

02 L'Air du Desert Marocain

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2005	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	££

ExpLOud

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02 L'Air du Desert Marocain

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ExpLOud

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum

This is a masterpiece, an audacious journey into a dry, spicy desert that evokes strong reactions. It's truly polarising - either you'll be transported to ancient lands and fall head over heels, or you'll be reaching for a scrubber. Don't blind buy, but definitely experience it.

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Our Verdict - ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

ExpLOud is a polarising beast. Some rave about its sophisticated, ever-evolving oud journey, others find it overwhelmingly spicy or just a bit... bland. If you can handle a proper oud, this might be your jam - but sample first.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	6%	2%
Floral	15%	17%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	11%	4%
Sweet	10%	10%
Warm	22%	28%
Woody	23%	25%
Earthy	22%	17%
Animalic	8%	11%
Fresh	10%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

02 L'Air du Desert Marocain EdP

ExpLOud EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Coriander 33% vs 14%

Only in 02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum

Cumin 24% Petitgrain 23% Lavender 20%

Only in ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

Pepper 26% Pink Pepper 23% Frankincense 18% Nutmeg 18%

Only in 02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum

Labdanum 28% Birch 25% Jasmine 24% Geranium 22%

Only in ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 25% Rainwater 21% Magnolia 21% Lily Of The Valley 17% Gardenia 16%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 19% vs 14%

Patchouli 15% vs 14%

Only in 02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum

Amber 28% Cedar 23% Oakmoss 14%

Only in ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

Oud 23% Ambergris 18% Ambroxan 18% Sandalwood 13%

Accords

02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

95%

Oud

100%

95%

Aromatic

52%

57%

Fresh Spicy

93%

92%

Amber

90%

54%

Earthy

60%

Warm Spicy

58%

Fresh

56%

52%

Soft Spicy

52%

Floral

50%

49%

Herbal

45%

Animalic

Woody shared

100%

95%

Oud

100%

Aromatic shared

95%

52%

Fresh Spicy shared

57%

93%

Amber shared

92%

90%

Earthy shared

54%

60%

Warm Spicy

58%

Fresh

56%

Soft Spicy shared

52%

Floral

50%

Herbal

49%

Animalic

45%

Performance

02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

02 L'Air du Desert Marocain Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its strong projection and long-lasting nature, plus its distinctly exotic and potent character, this isn't an office-friendly scent. It excels in intimate, special settings like dates or formal events where its unique profile can be appreciated, especially during cooler seasons. Its 'night perfume' vibe and evocative nature make it unsuitable for everyday casual wear or sport.

ExpLOud Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its strong longevity and potent sillage-one reviewer calls it an "oud bomb" and "crazy strong"-ExpLOud is best reserved for formal occasions and dates. It's too commanding for office wear and completely inappropriate for sport.