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| Edt | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2017 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Mahaba
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive summer scent. It's sunshine in a bottle for lovers of that 'luxury sunscreen' vibe, bright and effervescent. But for some, it's just overpriced, weak, and oddly reminiscent of air freshener or something far less glamorous than a Mediterranean escape.
This one's a mixed bag. Some find it a clean, sweet floral with good projection, others are utterly baffled by conflicting note lists and smell nothing but weak, soapy disappointment. Tread carefully, and don't expect the notes listed here to be what you actually get.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 18% |
| Floral | 28% | 33% |
| Fruity | 8% | 2% |
| Green | 9% | 13% |
| Sweet | 34% | 39% |
| Warm | 14% | 6% |
| Woody | 2% | 4% |
| Earthy | 4% | 2% |
| Animalic | 5% | 4% |
| Fresh | 13% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top 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
Its fresh, light profile and general consensus as a pleasant scent make it suitable for casual wear and even office environments where heavy fragrances are a no-go. However, its often-criticised lack of longevity and projection means it's less ideal for formal events or dates where you might want more impact.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, often soapy character and moderate performance make it suitable for casual wear or an office environment where discretion is key. The sweetness could work for a relaxed date, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral accords and Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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