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    Side by side

    Black Aoud vs. Narcotic Oud

    Very similar
    New comparison

    Black Aoud wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Black Aoud vs. Narcotic Oud
    Black AoudNarcotic Oud
    ConcentrationEDP
    Launched20062019
    GenderMaleUnisex
    PerfumerIrini
    Best seasonWinterWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Black Aoud

    Rose
    Oud
    Patchouli
    Musky
    Woody
    Floral
    Citrus
    Amber

    Narcotic Oud

    Woody
    Earthy
    Citrus
    Oud
    Patchouli
    Fresh Spicy
    Warm Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    OudMandarin OrangeLemonSaffron
    BergamotCopaiba balsam
    Heart
    RosePatchouli
    Cypriol Oil or NagarmothaPatchouli
    Base
    LabdanumSandalwoodGuaiac WoodMuskLeatherWhite Musk
    AmbergrisIndian Oud

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Black Aoud vs. Narcotic Oud
    Black AoudNarcotic Oud
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity10+ hours2-4 hours
    Sillageenormousstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Black Aoud isn't subtle, and that's the whole point. If you've been curious about oud but found it too harsh, this rose-wrapped version is where it clicks. The sillage? Enormous. The longevity?Black Aoud
    This is not a safe blind buy. The opening is sharp, the heart is earthy, and the drydown is animalic-s smoky. If that sounds like your kind of evening, Narcotic Oud rewards. Otherwise, walk away.Narcotic Oud

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Black Aoud vs. Narcotic Oud
    Black AoudNarcotic Oud
    3.4 oz$66.95fragranceshop

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