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Lattafa Perfumes Musamam Black Intense vs Houbigant Duc de Vervins
Musamam Black Intense is the community's favourite of the two.
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Notes
Top
LavenderNutmegSageBergamot
Heart
CedarwoodGeraniumRosyfoliaMahonial
Base
Cocoapulse™Tonka BeanMapleAmbrofix™Patchouli
Accords
Woody
100%
Fresh spicy
99%
Aromatic
97%
Lavender
72%
Vanilla
62%
Herbal
60%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Musamam Black Intense by Lattafa Perfumes is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Musamam Black Intense was launched in 2025. The nose behind this fragrance is Jordi Fernández. Top notes are Lavender, Nutmeg, Sage and Bergamot; middle notes are Cedarwood, Geranium, Rosyfolia and Mahonial; base notes are Cocoapulse™, Tonka Bean, Maple, Ambrofix™ and Patchouli. Musamam Black Intense opens with a bold and aromatic lift where lavender and sage collide with the spicy warmth of nutmeg and the crisp brightness of bergamot, creating a modern and confident first impression.At the heart, the composition deepens into an elegant floral-woody fusion. Geranium and the luxurious rose-faceted Rosyfolia™ lend a refined floral sophistication, while Mahonial™ adds depth with its rich, sweet, tropical floral nuances. Cedarwood anchors the center with a dry, masculine woodiness that keeps the bouquet grounded.As it dries down, the scent transforms into a warm and indulgent trail. Maple wood and tonka bean introduce a caramel-like sweetness, textured with earthy patchouli. Modern molecular notes follow: Cocoapulse™, bringing a creamy chocolate gourmand layer, and Ambrofix™, delivering sensual amber-woody radiance for exceptional projection and longevity.Top: Lavender, Nutmeg, Bergamot, Sage Heart: Geranium, Rosyfolia™️, Mahonial™️, Cedarwood Base: Maple Wood, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Cocoapulse™️, Ambrofix™️
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Notes
Top
LavenderBergamotLemon
Heart
RosemarySageGeraniumNutmeg
Base
OakmossPatchouliMusk
Accords
Aromatic
100%
Fresh spicy
91%
Citrus
70%
Mossy
62%
Lavender
62%
Woody
57%
Performance
LongevityModerate
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
springfallsummer
About
Duc de Vervins by Houbigant is a Leather fragrance for men. Duc de Vervins was launched in 1985. Top notes are Lavender, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Rosemary, Sage, Geranium and Nutmeg; base notes are Oakmoss, Patchouli and Musk.
Notes in Common
35% sharedShared (6)
LavenderNutmegSageBergamotGeraniumPatchouli
Only in Musamam Black Intense
CedarwoodRosyfoliaMahonialCocoapulse™Tonka BeanMapleAmbrofix™
Only in Duc de Vervins
LemonRosemaryOakmossMusk
Rating
4.27vs3.91
Ratings
1,548vs306
Concentration
EDPvsEDP
Launch Year
2025vs1985
Which should I buy?
Musamam Black Intense is the community's favourite of the two.
- Musamam Black Intense is rated higher by the community: 4.27 from 1,548 ratings, against 3.91 from 306.
- Longevity votes lean "long lasting" for Musamam Black Intense and "moderate" for Duc de Vervins.
- Sillage votes lean "strong" for Musamam Black Intense versus "moderate" for Duc de Vervins.
- Musamam Black Intense is voted best for winter and fall; Duc de Vervins for spring and fall.
- Houbigant is a premium house (typically $100–250), while Lattafa Perfumes is budget (typically under $40).
Buy Musamam Black Intense if you want the higher-rated option; pick Duc de Vervins if its note profile reads closer to what you already love wearing.