Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf vs Clean Shaven 02

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Paco Rabanne 1 Million.

At a glance

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf costs £16 and Clean Shaven 02 costs £13, so Clean Shaven 02 is £3 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (21%). Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf is EDP and listed as masculine, while Clean Shaven 02 is EDT and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Paco Rabanne 1 Million.

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf is a rich sweet oriental masculine fragrance inspired by the crowd pleasing warmth of Paco Rabanne 1 Million, blending fruity apple, cinnamon spice, caramel, vanilla, and amber into a bold budget compliment scent.

Clean Shaven 02

Clean Shaven 02 interprets Paco Rabanne 1 Million, the 2008 release that remains one of the best selling and most recognised men's fragrances in the world, and the comparison is stated directly by the brand on the product page.

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf, dupe of Paco Rabanne 1 MillionClean Shaven 02, dupe of Paco Rabanne 1 Million

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran MousufClean Shaven 02
Overall rating7.7/10 · 1 review7.4/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/106.5/10
Projection7.0/107.0/10
Scent accuracy7.8/107.8/10
Value for money8.5/108.2/10
Price£16£13
ConcentrationEDPEDT
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byPaco Rabanne 1 MillionPaco Rabanne 1 Million

Notes Comparison

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

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

Top Notes

  • Apple
  • Lavender
  • Grapes

Heart Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Caramel
  • Amber
  • Musk

Clean Shaven 02

Top Notes

  • Peppermint
  • Grapefruit
  • Ruby Mandarin

Heart Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Patchouli
  • Leather

Shared Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Rose
  • Amber

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf lists Apple, Lavender, Grapes, Vanilla, Caramel and Musk that Clean Shaven 02 does not.

Clean Shaven 02 lists Peppermint, Grapefruit, Ruby Mandarin, Patchouli and Leather that Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

  • Sweet
  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Rose
  • Caramel
  • Cinnamon
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Clean Shaven 02

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Earthy
  • Leather
  • Herbal
  • Patchouli
  • Rose
  • Cinnamon
  • Warm spicy
  • Spicy

Both share Sweet, Amber, Rose, Cinnamon and Spicy. Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf also lists Vanilla, Gourmand, Fruity, Aromatic, Lavender, Caramel and Oriental. Clean Shaven 02 also lists Fresh, Floral, Citrus, Earthy, Leather, Herbal, Patchouli and Warm spicy.

Vibes

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Playful
  • Seductive
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Compliment

Clean Shaven 02

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Compliment
  • Confident
  • Luxurious

Both share Sweet, Bold, Warm, Modern, Classic, Masculine and Compliment. Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf also lists Playful, Seductive, Gourmand and Oriental. Clean Shaven 02 also lists Fresh, Clean, Confident and Luxurious.

Occasions

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Casual
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Nightlife
  • Colder weather

Clean Shaven 02

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Office
  • Autumn
  • Night out

Both share Signature, Evening, Social and Autumn. Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf also lists Casual, Winter, Nightlife and Colder weather. Clean Shaven 02 also lists Office and Night out.

Performance

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

  • Long lasting
  • Linear
  • Crowd pleaser

Clean Shaven 02

  • Strong projection
  • Moderate projection
  • Moderate longevity

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf lists Long lasting, Linear and Crowd pleaser. Clean Shaven 02 lists Strong projection, Moderate projection and Moderate longevity.

Style lane

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf

  • Oriental gourmand

Clean Shaven 02

  • Spicy amber

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf lists Oriental gourmand. Clean Shaven 02 lists Spicy amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 02 (£13)

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf leads on longevity and value for money, while Clean Shaven 02 leads on lower price. They are level on projection and scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf has 1 community review and Clean Shaven 02 has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf or Clean Shaven 02?

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf costs £16 and Clean Shaven 02 costs £13, so Clean Shaven 02 is £3 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf or Clean Shaven 02?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Clean Shaven 02 6.5 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf rates higher.

Which projects more, Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf or Clean Shaven 02?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Clean Shaven 02 7.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is closer to Paco Rabanne 1 Million, Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf or Clean Shaven 02?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Clean Shaven 02 7.8 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf or Clean Shaven 02?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Clean Shaven 02 8.2 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf rates higher.

What notes do Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf and Clean Shaven 02 share?

They share 3 notes: Cinnamon, Rose and Amber.

Which occasions suit Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf and Clean Shaven 02?

Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Casual, Autumn, Winter, Nightlife and Colder weather. Clean Shaven 02 is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Office, Autumn and Night out.

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

Compare with the original

  • Paco Rabanne 1 Million vs Ard Al Zaafaran Mousuf
  • Paco Rabanne 1 Million vs Clean Shaven 02

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