Cairo
Penhaligon'sEau de Parfum2019
Side by side
Cairo vs. Sultan Noir
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
| Cairo | Sultan Noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2019 | 1980 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Christophe Raynaud | Sébastien Martin |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Cairo
Woody
Warm Spicy
Rose
Earthy
Vanilla
Powdery
Metallic
Amber
Sultan Noir
Amber
Warm Spicy
Smoky
Leather
Oud
Cinnamon
Woody
Vanilla
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Rose.Saffron
AldehydesIncenseAppleBergamotMandarin Orange
Heart
VanillaCypriolLabdanum
GardeniaCinnamonOudIrisJasmineLily of the ValleyYlang-YlangRose
Base
SandalwoodPatchouliCedarwood
AmberLeatherAmberwoodMossPatchouliVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Cairo | Sultan Noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Cairo is not an obvious fragrance. The rose is not a rose soliflore, and the resins are not a generic oud replacement. This is thoughtful construction from Raynaud, and it rewards patience.Cairo
The aldehydic opening is love-it-or-leave-it, but that champagne sparkle is exactly what makes a 1980 composition feel alive. Once the florals warm up, you're in it for the long haul.Sultan Noir
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Cairo | Sultan Noir | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4 oz | — | $23.79fragrancenet |
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