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    Encens Asakusa vs. Kalahari

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    Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Encens Asakusa vs. Kalahari
    Encens AsakusaKalahari
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20172019
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerAmelie BourgeoisMajda Bekkali
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Encens Asakusa

    Amber
    Powdery
    Woody
    Fresh Spicy
    Musky
    Violet
    Warm Spicy
    Aromatic

    Kalahari

    Musky
    Warm Spicy
    Amber
    Woody
    Powdery
    Smoky
    Aromatic
    Floral

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    FrankincensePink Pepper
    CardamomSaffronBergamot
    Heart
    MyrrhIrisViolet
    CedarLabdanumAmber
    Base
    CypressWhite Musk
    FrankincenseAmbretteCashmere Wood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Encens Asakusa vs. Kalahari
    Encens AsakusaKalahari
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Some fragrances announce themselves. Encens Asakusa doesn't need to. Built for quiet rooms, contemplative walks, the kind of afternoon that asks nothing of you.Encens Asakusa
    This one doesn't fill the room. It wants you close instead. Warm spice and smoky wood for someone who doesn't need to announce themselves, the cardamom-saffron opening is bold.Kalahari