Rabab Gems
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Philos Centro
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive clone, with some hailing it a masterpiece and others complaining of 'chemical messes' and 'rotten pineapples'. If you're a fan of Xerjoff Accento, you might just find your new signature for a fraction of the price - but dabblers beware.
A solid, safe blind buy for anyone after a clean, fresh, and surprisingly complex scent on a budget. Don't expect groundbreaking originality, but for the price, it's an absolute steal that punches well above its weight.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 34% | 33% |
| Fruity | 15% | 15% |
| Green | 10% | 10% |
| Sweet | 25% | 23% |
| Warm | 9% | 11% |
| Woody | 9% | 9% |
| Earthy | 12% | 13% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 12% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
Its powdery and musky accords with a fresh undertone make it versatile, suitable for casual outings or dates where you want to intrigue. However, the strong initial blast and potential for 'chemical' notes (as reported by some) might be too much for a formal setting or the office, and it's certainly not a sports scent.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
With its fresh, clean profile and moderate longevity, Philos Centro is ideal for office wear and casual outings without being overwhelming. While adaptable for many settings, its inherent playfulness makes it less suited for strictly formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Musky, Earthy accords and Patchouli, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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