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    Molecule 01 vs. Gulbadan

    Clearly related
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    Molecule 01 rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Gulbadan projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Molecule 01 vs. Gulbadan
    Molecule 01Gulbadan
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20062013
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerGeza SchoenDhaher Bin Dhaher
    Best seasonSpringFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Molecule 01

    Woody
    Musky
    Amber
    Animalic
    Powdery

    Gulbadan

    White Floral
    Woody
    Floral
    Sweet
    Amber
    Earthy
    Oud
    Powdery

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top—
    PlumApplePeachGardeniaStar Anise
    Heart—
    Ylang-YlangJasmineOrange BlossomIrisRose
    Base
    Iso E Super
    OudAmbergrisSandalwoodVanillaWhite Musk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Molecule 01 vs. Gulbadan
    Molecule 01Gulbadan
    Score3.5/53/5
    Longevity6-10 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This fragrance demands patience. ISO E Super does not project like most scents. It bonds with skin chemistry, creating a warm aura within arm's reach for hours.Molecule 01
    An old Mughal name. A modern Dubai perfume. Tola's 2013 statement piece delivers sweet white florals, oud weight, and the kind of presence that doesn't announce itself. It's opulent without apology.Gulbadan