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    Gulbadan vs. Reflection Man

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    Reflection Man rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Gulbadan vs. Reflection Man
    GulbadanReflection Man
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20132006
    GenderUnisexMale
    PerfumerDhaher Bin DhaherLucas Sieuzac
    Best seasonFallSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Gulbadan

    White Floral
    Woody
    Floral
    Sweet
    Amber
    Earthy
    Oud
    Powdery

    Reflection Man

    Woody
    White Floral
    Aromatic
    Powdery
    Fresh Spicy
    Citrus
    Iris
    Warm Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    PlumApplePeachGardeniaStar Anise
    PetitgrainBitter Orange LeafRed PepperPink PepperRosemary
    Heart
    Ylang-YlangJasmineOrange BlossomIrisRose
    NeroliJasmineIrisYlang-Ylang
    Base
    OudAmbergrisSandalwoodVanillaWhite Musk
    SandalwoodVirginia CedarHaitian VetiverPatchouli

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Gulbadan vs. Reflection Man
    GulbadanReflection Man
    Score3/54.5/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    An old Mughal name. A modern Dubai perfume. Tola's 2013 statement piece delivers sweet white florals, oud weight, and the kind of presence that doesn't announce itself. It's opulent without apology.Gulbadan
    Reflection Man is not trying to shout over anyone in the room. It is a quiet confidence wrapped in aromatic herbs, soft florals, and creamy woods. The pepper note keeps things interesting without.Reflection Man