Nusuk Al Mukhtalif vs Rayhaan Sahara Gold

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

At a glance

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50 and Rayhaan Sahara Gold costs £30, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is £1.50 cheaper. They share 6 notes out of 12 distinct notes listed across both (50%). Both are Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

A dark, resinous oud built on the same architecture as Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, but priced for daily rotation rather than occasion wear.

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

Rayhaan Sahara Gold combines raspberry, geranium, saffron, rose, birch, oud, benzoin and incense in a smoky oud direction.

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre NomadeRayhaan Sahara Gold, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Comparison

Nusuk Al MukhtalifRayhaan Sahara Gold
Overall rating8.2/10 · 1 review8.4/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection8.0/108.2/10
Scent accuracy7.5/108.0/10
Value for money9.0/109.0/10
Price£28.50£30
ConcentrationExtraitExtrait
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byLouis Vuitton Ombre NomadeLouis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Notes Comparison

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

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Pear

Heart Notes

  • Bulgarian Rose
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Amber
  • Incense
  • Birch

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

Top Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Geranium

Heart Notes

  • Saffron
  • Rose
  • Birch

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Benzoin
  • Amberwood
  • Incense

Shared Notes

  • Raspberry
  • Saffron
  • Geranium
  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Incense
  • Birch

6 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Pear, Bulgarian Rose and Amber that Rayhaan Sahara Gold does not.

Rayhaan Sahara Gold lists Rose, Benzoin and Amberwood that Nusuk Al Mukhtalif does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Tobacco
  • Aromatic
  • Rose
  • Green
  • Resinous
  • Incense

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Leather
  • Rose
  • Resinous
  • Incense

Both share Amber, Floral, Fruity, Oud, Smoky, Rose, Resinous and Incense. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Sweet, Woody, Gourmand, Tobacco, Aromatic and Green. Rayhaan Sahara Gold also lists Leather.

Vibes

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Mysterious
  • Powerful
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Luxurious

Both share Dark, Warm and Modern. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Sweet and Gourmand. Rayhaan Sahara Gold also lists Bold, Elegant, Mysterious, Powerful, Sophisticated, Classic and Luxurious.

Occasions

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Cold weather

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Formal
  • Winter
  • Colder weather

Both share Signature, Evening and Winter. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif also lists Autumn and Cold weather. Rayhaan Sahara Gold also lists Formal and Colder weather.

Performance

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Strong projection
  • Skin scent
  • Linear
  • Lingers

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Strong projection, Skin scent, Linear and Lingers. Rayhaan Sahara Gold lists Beast mode, Beast, Powerful and Subtle.

Style lane

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif

  • Fruity floral

Rayhaan Sahara Gold

  • Smoky oud

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif lists Fruity floral. Rayhaan Sahara Gold lists Smoky oud.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Rayhaan Sahara Gold (8.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Rayhaan Sahara Gold (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Nusuk Al Mukhtalif (£28.50)

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif leads on lower price, while Rayhaan Sahara Gold leads on projection and scent accuracy. They are level on longevity and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Nusuk Al Mukhtalif has 1 community review and Rayhaan Sahara Gold has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Nusuk Al Mukhtalif or Rayhaan Sahara Gold?

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif costs £28.50 and Rayhaan Sahara Gold costs £30, so Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is £1.50 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Nusuk Al Mukhtalif or Rayhaan Sahara Gold?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Rayhaan Sahara Gold 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Nusuk Al Mukhtalif or Rayhaan Sahara Gold?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 8.0 out of 10 for projection and Rayhaan Sahara Gold 8.2 out of 10, so Rayhaan Sahara Gold rates higher.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, Nusuk Al Mukhtalif or Rayhaan Sahara Gold?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rayhaan Sahara Gold 8.0 out of 10, so Rayhaan Sahara Gold rates higher.

Which is better value, Nusuk Al Mukhtalif or Rayhaan Sahara Gold?

Atlas ratings give Nusuk Al Mukhtalif 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and Rayhaan Sahara Gold 9.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

What notes do Nusuk Al Mukhtalif and Rayhaan Sahara Gold share?

They share 6 notes: Raspberry, Saffron, Geranium, Agarwood (Oud), Incense and Birch.

Which occasions suit Nusuk Al Mukhtalif and Rayhaan Sahara Gold?

Nusuk Al Mukhtalif is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter and Cold weather. Rayhaan Sahara Gold is tagged for Signature, Evening, Formal, Winter and Colder weather.

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

Compare with the original

  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Nusuk Al Mukhtalif
  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Rayhaan Sahara Gold

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