Oud Obsession by Mauboussin bottle
Mauboussin

Oud Obsession

4.0/5 · 10 votes Masculine 2022
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Madagascar Pepper
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity2.8/5
Sillage2.8/5
Day0
Night75
Winter100
Fall50
Spring25
Summer0
Our take

Madagascar pepper opens the composition with a sharp, fresh spicy lift that immediately signals warmth. It is brisk and slightly biting, giving the early moments a clear direction before the heavier elements arrive. The spice does not dominate for long, but it sets a tone that prepares the skin for what follows.

Labdanum and ambergris form a resinous, animalic heart that feels dense and slightly salty. The labdanum adds a balsamic depth that clings to the skin, while the ambergris contributes a musky, marine-like weight. Together they create a thick, amber-rich middle that feels suited to heavy coats and dimly lit streets after sunset.

Leather and oud anchor the base with a dark, woody presence. The leather is dry and textured, and the oud carries a deep, slightly medicinal woodiness that avoids becoming overly sweet. The combination feels grounded and masculine, leaning into the balsamic and musky accords that surround it.

This is a fragrance that stays close to its resinous core, moving from spice into a heavy, animalic warmth. It suits cooler evenings when the air is crisp and the night feels quiet. The leather remains steady throughout, supported by amber and oud.

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