Crystal Noir Eau de Toilette vs Maryam Eau de Parfum

Crystal Noir

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2004	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

Maryam

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Crystal Noir

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Crystal Noir

This EDT is a divisive beast: some rave about its fresh, creamy spice, others smell cleaning products or worse. Despite the controversy, its impressive performance for an EDT makes it a cult classic, with many finding it a sophisticated, sexy signature scent.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Maryam

Maryam is a divisive, peppery enigma that swings from refined warm elegance to a 'cheap men's cologne'. You probably won't be bored, but you might just be baffled. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it could end up as a room spray for very specific individuals.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	2%
Floral	28%	10%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	4%	2%
Sweet	21%	17%
Warm	30%	34%
Woody	16%	21%
Earthy	3%	9%
Animalic	11%	19%
Fresh	13%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Crystal Noir EdT

Maryam EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pepper 34% vs 37%

Cardamom 34% vs 40%

Only in Crystal Noir

Ginger 31%

Only in Maryam

Saffron 22%

Only in Crystal Noir

Gardenia 41% Orange Blossom 31% Peony 29%

Only in Maryam

Driftwood 35% Sandalwood 35% Magnolia 30%

Shared Notes

Musk 28% vs 55%

Amber 25% vs 44%

Only in Crystal Noir

Sandalwood 46%

Accords

Crystal Noir Maryam

100%

Warm Spicy

100%

93%

Woody

61%

84%

Fresh Spicy

63%

79%

White Floral

77%

Powdery

58%

56%

Musky

61%

55%

Aromatic

52%

Fresh

48%

Amber

52%

47%

Animalic

Warm Spicy shared

100%

Woody shared

93%

61%

Fresh Spicy shared

84%

63%

White Floral

79%

Powdery shared

77%

58%

Musky shared

56%

61%

Aromatic shared

55%

52%

Fresh

52%

Amber shared

48%

52%

Animalic

47%

Performance

Crystal Noir Maryam

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Crystal Noir

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office Sport

Its impressive longevity and sillage, even as an EDT, make it versatile for most occasions but might be a bit much for a conservative office. The 'sexy, mysterious' vibe and creamy woods make it ideal for dates and special evenings, while its freshness allows for daytime and casual wear.

Maryam

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate sillage and warm, spicy character make it suitable for more intimate settings like dates or casual autumn/winter wear. The strong peppery opening and potential for a 'masculine' vibe make it a less ideal fit for formal events or the office, where subtlety often reigns.