Afnan Souvenir Desert Rose vs Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.

Afnan Souvenir Desert Rose — dupe of Xerjoff Erba PuraMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger — dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Afnan Souvenir Desert RoseMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger
Overall rating8.3/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.0/10
Projection8.0/107.5/10
Scent accuracy8.2/108.2/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£35£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byXerjoff Erba PuraXerjoff Erba Pura

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Afnan Souvenir Desert Rose

Top Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Musk
  • Tropical Citrus

Heart Notes

  • Tropical Fruits
  • Powdery Notes

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Sandalwood
  • Vanilla

Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger

Top Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Orange
  • Lemon
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Amber

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Amber

2 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Afnan Souvenir Desert Rose (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Afnan Souvenir Desert Rose (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (£20)

See the full Souvenir Desert Rose breakdown

See the full Philos Messenger breakdown

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