psy-cou
Nomenclature2019
Side by side
psy-cou vs. Oud Wood
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
| psy-cou | Oud Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2019 | 2007 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Frank Voelkl | Richard Herpin |
| Best season | Fall | — |
Scent DNA
Main accords
psy-cou
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Woody
Vanilla
Balsamic
Sweet
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Oud Wood
Woody
Warm Spicy
Oud
Aromatic
Vanilla
Fresh Spicy
Sweet
Balsamic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Juniper BerriesCardamom
CardamomSichuan Pepper
Heart
CoumarinSaffronCoffee
Agarwood (Oud)Brazilian Rosewood
Base
Guaiac WoodIncenseAgarwood (oud)
SandalwoodAmberVetiverVanillaTonka Bean
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| psy-cou | Oud Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Psy-cou throws out the traditional fragrance structure entirely. With no opening or drydown to speak of, you get the heart all at once, all the time. It is bold, complex and relentless.psy-cou
Oud Wood is a deliberate choice to wear oud without the aggression. It smells like money and restraint in equal measure, more boardroom than bazaar.Oud Wood
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| psy-cou | Oud Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | — | $195.00ecosmetics |
| 1.7 oz | — | $228.89fragrancenet |
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