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A brief comparison of Méharées and Musc Ravageur
Since Méharées is often called a cheaper alternative to the "Musc Ravageur" (MR), I wanted to compare the two. I have both worn a few times alone and also at the same time each on an arm to have a direct comparison.
Once the top notes dissipate (MR with a strong spiciness of clove and cinnamon, Méharées practically goes straight to the heart notes), both scents are very similar. Cinnamon, some vanilla, woodiness, musk. The spices in Méharées seem a bit milder and softer compared to MR. But I don't think that's too noticeable to someone who isn't looking for differences.
The biggest difference is in their longevity and projection: MR lasts for hours, I can clearly detect it 5 hours after applying a spray, while Méharées becomes a skin scent after about 3 hours. It lingers throughout the day, but is rather quiet.
All in all, MR is for me a bit more "magical" and sparkling, but also heavier and of course much more expensive.
I would say that Méharées is an excellent substitute if you're not sure you like that kind of scent, and I also suspect that I reach for it more often simply because it's a bit more unobtrusive and lighter. Very intense, loud scents are often too much for me, and I like that Méharées doesn't overwhelm me.
However, if you are very into MR, I don't see Méharées as a completely satisfying alternative.
What also bothers me about Méharées is the bottle, or more precisely the cap. The sprayer and cap are both made of a matte metal that gives a terrible "fork scrapes across bottom of pot" feeling when you take it off. Bah. Makes my skin crawl.
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