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    Ma Nishtana vs. Reliqvia

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    Reliqvia projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Ma Nishtana vs. Reliqvia
    Ma NishtanaReliqvia
    Launched20182021
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerPrin LomrosFilippo Sorcinelli
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Ma Nishtana

    Amber
    Fresh Spicy
    Warm Spicy
    Smoky
    Woody
    Balsamic
    Leather

    Reliqvia

    Woody
    Smoky
    Balsamic
    Aromatic
    Warm Spicy
    Amber
    Conifer
    Citrus

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    FrankincenseSmokeMyrrhAldehydes
    SmokeBlackcurrantElemi resinNutmegTobacco
    Heart
    SaffronCloveCardamomPink PepperNutmegRose
    Mastic or LentisqueScots pineAmyrisClovesOrange blossom
    Base
    SandalwoodLeatherPatchouliAmberCastoreumStyrax
    FrankincenseCashmere woodGuaiac woodPatchouliSandalwood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Ma Nishtana vs. Reliqvia
    Ma NishtanaReliqvia
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    The aldehydes provide an unexpected brightness before the church incense takes over. Not everyone wants that opening. But for those who appreciate dissonance that resolves into something deeper.Ma Nishtana
    This is not a safe blind buy. Reliqvia demands attention and space. If smoke and frankincense sound overwhelming, walk away. But if you crave liturgical intensity, this Milanese creation delivers.Reliqvia