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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a beast - Zimaya Impulse Oud is a powerhouse, offering a sophisticated, sweet rose and powdery oud experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for some, but if you're after massive projection and longevity, this one's a champion.
This budget-friendly Middle Eastern gem is a divisive one. While some hail it as a luxurious, long-lasting rose and oud masterpiece, others find it shockingly synthetic. If you're willing to take the gamble, it might just be the best £10 you ever spend.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 34% | 30% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 29% | 22% |
| Warm | 13% | 9% |
| Woody | 18% | 32% |
| Earthy | 11% | 8% |
| Animalic | 15% | 15% |
| Fresh | 6% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its enormous projection and longevity, this fragrance is best reserved for formal events or date nights where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual wear or the office, as many describe it as a 'room filler'.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong woody, oud, and amber accords, plus a reported long-lasting performance and good sillage, make it more suited for evenings and formal events. While some find it office appropriate due to its blend, the intensity means careful application is key to avoid overpowering colleagues.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Rose, Powdery accords and Rose, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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