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    Oud Al Melka vs. Oud Essentiel

    Very similar
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    Oud Essentiel wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Oud Al Melka vs. Oud Essentiel
    Oud Al MelkaOud Essentiel
    ConcentrationExtrait de ParfumEau de Parfum Intense
    Launched20162024
    GenderFemaleUnisex
    PerfumerAntonio Martino ViscontiThierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Oud Al Melka

    Aromatic
    Woody
    Oud
    Fresh Spicy
    Herbal
    Warm Spicy
    Soft Spicy
    Amber

    Oud Essentiel

    Oud
    Leather
    Rose
    Animalic
    Smoky
    Fresh Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    SageCedarJuniperSaffronCardamom
    SaffronGeranium
    Heart
    Ylang-YlangRoseJasmine
    OudRose.RoseCedarwood
    Base
    OudFrankincenseGray MuskTonkin MuskTonka BeanLabdanum
    LeatherGuaiac WoodFrankincense

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Oud Al Melka vs. Oud Essentiel
    Oud Al MelkaOud Essentiel
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Oud Al Melka wears its oud like a second skin, not a statement. The saffron and herbal opening creates a sharp, intriguing first impression, but the real story unfolds over hours, warm florals.Oud Al Melka
    Guerlain doesn't do quiet. Oud Essentiel is the house at full volume, strong sillage, long-lasting presence, leather and smoke that doesn't negotiate.Oud Essentiel

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Oud Al Melka vs. Oud Essentiel
    Oud Al MelkaOud Essentiel
    4.2 oz—$91.95fragranceshop

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