Ajmal Desert Sunset vs Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr.

At a glance

Ajmal Desert Sunset costs £18 and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart costs £34.99, so Ajmal Desert Sunset is £16.99 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 12 distinct notes listed across both (25%). Ajmal Desert Sunset is EDP and listed as unisex, while Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr.

Ajmal Desert Sunset

Desert Sunset by Ajmal is a rich oriental vanilla gourmand that captures the luxurious DNA of Parfums de Marly Althair through a spiced opening, a creamy vanilla heart, and a smooth praline tonka amber base.

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

Lutfah Light in the Heart is a vanilla amber fragrance from Arabiyat Prestige, an interpretation of Parfums de Marly Althaïr, built around a spicy citrus opening and a warm ambroxan vanilla base.

Ajmal Desert Sunset, dupe of Parfums de Marly AlthaïrArabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart, dupe of Parfums de Marly Althaïr

Comparison

Ajmal Desert SunsetArabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart
Overall rating8.4/10 · 1 review7.8/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/107.8/10
Projection8.0/107.2/10
Scent accuracy8.5/108.0/10
Value for money8.5/108.3/10
Price£18£34.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byParfums de Marly AlthaïrParfums de Marly Althaïr

Notes Comparison

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

Ajmal Desert Sunset

Top Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Cardamom
  • Orange Blossom

Heart Notes

  • Bourbon Vanilla
  • Elemi

Base Notes

  • Praline
  • Candied Almond
  • Tonka Bean
  • Ambroxan

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Cinnamon

Heart Notes

  • Elemi
  • Guaiac Wood

Base Notes

  • Ambroxan
  • Vanilla

Shared Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Elemi
  • Ambroxan

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Ajmal Desert Sunset lists Cardamom, Orange Blossom, Bourbon Vanilla, Praline, Candied Almond and Tonka Bean that Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart does not.

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart lists Bergamot, Guaiac Wood and Vanilla that Ajmal Desert Sunset does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ajmal Desert Sunset

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Smoky
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutty
  • Resinous
  • Oriental

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Smoky
  • Leather
  • Caramel
  • Cinnamon
  • Mineral
  • Resinous
  • Spicy

Both share Sweet, Woody, Amber, Vanilla, Smoky, Cinnamon and Resinous. Ajmal Desert Sunset also lists Floral, Gourmand, Nutty and Oriental. Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart also lists Fresh, Citrus, Leather, Caramel, Mineral and Spicy.

Vibes

Ajmal Desert Sunset

  • Sweet
  • Seductive
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Compliment
  • Luxurious

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Light
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Confident

Both share Sweet, Warm and Modern. Ajmal Desert Sunset also lists Seductive, Gourmand, Oriental, Compliment and Luxurious. Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart also lists Fresh, Clean, Elegant, Mysterious, Light, Masculine and Confident.

Occasions

Ajmal Desert Sunset

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Nightlife
  • Cold weather

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Date night
  • Special occasion
  • Cooler weather

Both share Signature, Evening, Autumn and Winter. Ajmal Desert Sunset also lists Social, Nightlife and Cold weather. Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart also lists Daytime, Date night, Special occasion and Cooler weather.

Performance

Ajmal Desert Sunset

  • Strong projection
  • Long lasting
  • Subtle

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

  • Good projection
  • Hours of longevity
  • Lingers

Ajmal Desert Sunset lists Strong projection, Long lasting and Subtle. Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart lists Good projection, Hours of longevity and Lingers.

Style lane

Ajmal Desert Sunset

  • Vanilla gourmand

Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

  • Vanilla amber

Ajmal Desert Sunset lists Vanilla gourmand. Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart lists Vanilla amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (£18)

Ajmal Desert Sunset leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ajmal Desert Sunset has 1 community review and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ajmal Desert Sunset or Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart?

Ajmal Desert Sunset costs £18 and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart costs £34.99, so Ajmal Desert Sunset is £16.99 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Ajmal Desert Sunset or Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Desert Sunset 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart 7.8 out of 10, so Ajmal Desert Sunset rates higher.

Which projects more, Ajmal Desert Sunset or Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Desert Sunset 8.0 out of 10 for projection and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart 7.2 out of 10, so Ajmal Desert Sunset rates higher.

Which is closer to Parfums de Marly Althaïr, Ajmal Desert Sunset or Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Desert Sunset 8.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart 8.0 out of 10, so Ajmal Desert Sunset rates higher.

Which is better value, Ajmal Desert Sunset or Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Desert Sunset 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart 8.3 out of 10, so Ajmal Desert Sunset rates higher.

What notes do Ajmal Desert Sunset and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart share?

They share 3 notes: Cinnamon, Elemi and Ambroxan.

Which occasions suit Ajmal Desert Sunset and Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart?

Ajmal Desert Sunset is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Autumn, Winter, Nightlife and Cold weather. Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Autumn, Winter, Date night, Special occasion and Cooler weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Parfums de Marly Althaïr vs Ajmal Desert Sunset
  • Parfums de Marly Althaïr vs Arabiyat Prestige Lutfah Light in the Heart

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