Lattafa Shaheen Gold 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.

Lattafa Shaheen Gold — dupe of Xerjoff Erba PuraMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger — dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Lattafa Shaheen GoldMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger
Overall rating8.0/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.8/108.0/10
Projection7.5/107.5/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.2/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£26£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byXerjoff Erba PuraXerjoff Erba Pura

Notes Comparison

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

Lattafa Shaheen Gold

Top Notes

  • Pineapple
  • Grapefruit

Heart Notes

  • Mango
  • Coconut
  • Floral Notes

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Sandalwood

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

  • Amber

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (8.0/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (£20)

See the full Shaheen Gold breakdown

See the full Philos Messenger breakdown

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