Wujood

Scent Breakdown

Wujood opens with a peculiar clash. The "spices" translate more like a dusty attic filled with potpourri, jarringly juxtaposed against an indistinct floral sweetness; imagine candied violets left out too long, attracting flies. The heart attempts to resuscitate things with a medicinal carnation note. Unfortunately, the lily-of-the-valley reads as a generic, soapy aldehyde, a far cry from its delicate, verdant potential. The base, however, reveals the most glaring disparity. Instead of a smooth, comforting amber, I get an intensely artificial vanilla, akin to a cheap air freshener, underpinned by a synthetic musk that feels stiff and uncompromising. Any resemblance to the inspiration fades quickly, replaced by a plasticky drydown.

Wear time & Sillage

Longevity is surprisingly robust, clinging to skin for around 6-7 hours, though the unpleasant base notes linger longest. Projection is moderate for the first hour, easily reaching beyond arm's length, before settling into a closer, less obtrusive scent bubble. I tested it during a rainy afternoon, and its heavy sweetness became cloying and oppressive.

Bottom Line

Wujood is for someone who prizes boldness over refinement. Perhaps a young individual experimenting with fragrance, drawn to loud, sweet scents and unconcerned with nuanced compositions. Someone who frequents brightly lit shopping malls, favouring synthetic fabrics and sugary drinks, their personality radiating youthful energy and unapologetic directness. They might enjoy the initial sweetness, overlooking the rough edges and synthetic undertones.