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    Illusion vs. Shaghaf Oud Tonka

    Illusion by Matin Martin bottle

    Illusion

    Matin Martin
    Eau de Parfum2025
    Clearly related
    New comparison

    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: Illusion vs. Shaghaf Oud Tonka
    IllusionShaghaf Oud Tonka
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20252023
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Illusion

    White Floral
    Citrus
    Fresh Spicy
    Sweet
    Woody
    Fruity
    Powdery
    Musky

    Shaghaf Oud Tonka

    Vanilla
    Sweet
    Almond
    Amber
    Warm Spicy
    Nutty
    Fruity
    White Floral

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotPearGinger
    Almond
    Heart
    Orange BlossomJasmineWoody Notes
    Tunisian orange blossomOrange BlossomCinnamonRoseTurkish rose
    Base
    MuskAmber NotesVanilla
    Tonka BeanVanillaAmberwoodAmber

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Illusion vs. Shaghaf Oud Tonka
    IllusionShaghaf Oud Tonka
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Made for someone who wants to be remembered without trying. The opening is sharp and clean; the drydown is warm and close. It nails the balance between presence and restraint.Illusion
    The name promises oud. What arrives is something sweeter, more willing. Tonka and vanilla own this composition, and they're not shy about it. For anyone who wants a gourmand that means business.Shaghaf Oud Tonka

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Illusion vs. Shaghaf Oud Tonka
    IllusionShaghaf Oud Tonka
    2.5 oz$45.49fragrancenet

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