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    Side by side

    Royal Oud vs. Reflection Man

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Royal Oud peaks in fall, while Reflection Man belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Royal Oud vs. Reflection Man
    Royal OudReflection Man
    ConcentrationParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20192006
    GenderMaleMale
    PerfumerLucas Sieuzac
    Best seasonFallSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Royal Oud

    Woody
    Animalic
    Rose
    Musky
    Warm Spicy
    Powdery

    Reflection Man

    Woody
    White Floral
    Aromatic
    Powdery
    Fresh Spicy
    Citrus
    Iris
    Warm Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Rose
    PetitgrainBitter Orange LeafRed PepperPink PepperRosemary
    Heart
    Musk
    NeroliJasmineIrisYlang-Ylang
    Base
    Oud
    SandalwoodVirginia CedarHaitian VetiverPatchouli

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Royal Oud vs. Reflection Man
    Royal OudReflection Man
    Score4.5/54.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This isn't where you learn what oud smells like. This is when you've already decided you like it, and you want it done right. Royal Oud takes the animalic edge and wraps it in silk.Royal Oud
    Reflection Man is not trying to shout over anyone in the room. It is a quiet confidence wrapped in aromatic herbs, soft florals, and creamy woods. The pepper note keeps things interesting without.Reflection Man