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    Maarij vs. Karma

    Moderately similar
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    Is Maarij better than Karma?

    Karma wears longer on skin, while Maarij projects louder.

    Why this score
    Performance proximity
    Gender alignment
    Mood overlap
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    This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.

    The essentials

    What's different between Maarij and Karma?

    Key facts: Maarij vs. Karma
    MaarijKarma
    Launched20141995
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    Best seasonSummerFall

    Scent DNA

    How do Maarij and Karma smell?

    Maarij

    Leather
    Vanilla
    Animalic
    Powdery
    White Floral
    Woody
    Smoky

    Karma

    Woody
    Citrus
    Aromatic
    Patchouli
    Fresh Spicy
    Balsamic
    Warm Spicy
    Conifer

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    What notes do Maarij and Karma share?

    Top
    BergamotJasmineLily of the Valley
    OrangeLemongrassLavender
    Heart
    AmberCedarwood
    Pine TreeLemonBlackcurrant
    Base
    LeatherVanillaTonka Bean
    PatchouliFir ResinElemiCinnamon

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    Which performs better, Maarij or Karma?

    Community verdict: Maarij vs. Karma
    MaarijKarma
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity2-4 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagestrongmoderate

    No varnish

    What do reviewers say about Maarij and Karma?

    Maarij avoids the heavy-handed route. Bergamot and jasmine create an easy, pleasant opening that reads clean and modern. It truly lingers beautifully.Maarij
    Some fragrances whisper. Karma doesn't get the memo. It's patchouli and orange, warm and unafraid, built for people who'd rather be remembered than blend in.Karma

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    About Maarij vs. Karma.