Asdaaf Comparison: Majd Al Sultan or Golden Oud?

Stuck between two Asdaaf perfumes in Sabah and can't decide? Majd Al Sultan and Golden Oud are both 100ml EDPs from the same house, and both have vanilla in the base notes, but they're two very different scents once you look closer. This guide is for anyone in Sabah shopping for a warm oriental, whether it's for the office, an evening out or a special event, and wants to know which of these two actually fits.

Majd Al Sultan – the dark, smoky one for men

Majd Al Sultan is Asdaaf's take on a rich, dark oriental made for men. It opens with a strong hit of smoky incense plus a touch of crisp apple, which is honestly an interesting way to start. From there it moves into a heart of myrrh, saffron and resins, before settling into a deep base of cedarwood, amber, vanilla, oud and musk.

Top notes: smoky notes, incense, apple
Heart notes: myrrh, saffron, resins
Base notes: cedarwood, amber, vanilla, oud, musk

The store describes it as a powerful scent with remarkable projection, and lists it for nighttime wear. Occasion-wise, it covers office, evening, date night and special events. So it's the more dressed-up pick of the two, and if you're a guy in Sabah who likes a bold scent for dinner or an evening function, this is the one leaning that way.

Golden Oud – the unisex oud that fits more situations

Golden Oud by Lattafa Asdaaf is a unisex 100ml EDP, so both men and women can wear it. Instead of opening with incense and apple, it goes straight for smoky oud and saffron, then blends into a heart of amber, rose and patchouli. The base of vanilla, musk and sandalwood rounds it off with an elegant finish.

Top notes: oud, saffron
Heart notes: amber, rose, patchouli
Base notes: vanilla, musk, sandalwood

Its listed occasions are special occasions, everyday and formal, which makes it a bit more flexible than Majd Al Sultan. If you share a perfume shelf with a partner or you just want one bottle for regular use, that unisex label matters.

Both are oriental fragrances with vanilla in the base, but they get there differently. Majd Al Sultan pairs its vanilla with amber, oud and cedarwood for a darker, smokier dry-down. Golden Oud puts its vanilla next to musk and sandalwood, and adds rose in the heart, so it reads a little smoother and more floral in the middle. If vanilla is what drew you in, you're covered either way – the question is which company that vanilla keeps.

Wearing these in Sabah's hot weather

Here's the honest bit: both are rich, warm orientals, which tells you they lean on the heavier side. In Sabah's heat and humidity, that means you should be smart about it. Keep your sprays light, wear them in the evening or at night, and they'll feel right at home in air-conditioned offices, malls and dinner spots. Golden Oud's everyday listing gives it the edge for more frequent use, while Majd Al Sultan's nighttime and date night focus makes it the one you reach for after dark.

So, which one?

Pick Majd Al Sultan if you're a man after a bold, smoky oriental for evenings, date nights and events. Pick Golden Oud if you want a unisex oud with rose and saffron that can handle everyday wear and formal occasions. Both come in the same 100ml EDP size, so your choice really comes down to the scent direction and who's wearing it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which one works better in Sabah's hot weather?

Both are rich, warm orientals, so in Sabah's heat and humidity keep your sprays light and wear them in the evening or in air-conditioned places. Golden Oud is also listed for everyday wear, which makes it easier to fit into a routine.

Are both of these unisex?

No. Majd Al Sultan is made for men, while Golden Oud is a unisex EDP that both men and women can wear.

Do both perfumes really have vanilla?

Yes, both list vanilla in their base notes. Majd Al Sultan pairs it with cedarwood, amber, oud and musk, while Golden Oud combines it with musk and sandalwood.