Odyssey Mandarin Sky by Armaf

Good perfume but overhyped. It doesn’t disgust me; it has the three Bs: Good, Beautiful, and Cheap. It’s fun, sweet, and citrusy, blends well, and lasts a decent amount of time. It’s versatile, except in summer or extreme heat. It hasn’t blown my mind; it leans basic and you might get tired of it quickly due to the cloying sweetness. Is it synthetic? Yes, to the max, but for €25, you can’t ask for more. Nobody gives up a euro for four cents. I recommend it for a younger crowd; if you’re looking for something mature or deep, this isn’t for you. It’s great value for money, fun, but not a masterpiece and it won’t change your life.

I like it. At first, it smells strongly of very citrusy mandarin, then the caramel note comes through more. What I don’t like is that it doesn’t last as long as I’d like, but it’s interesting. It doesn’t drive me crazy, but for the price, it deserves a spot in my collection.

Super rich, smells amazing, super cheap, and totally worth the hype. If you like it, it’s a strong sweetie, but don’t wear it at 30 degrees; you need some mom sense.

My first blind buy and I absolutely love it (though I don’t recommend buying blind). It’s similar to JPG Scandal EDT but more citrusy due to the orange. Later, the caramel really comes through. Since it’s synthetic, the note quality isn’t the best, but they’re good; I love how the orange and tangerine citrus blends with the caramel. If you like standing out and sweet-citrus scents, this is a great choice. Good longevity and sillage for an EDP. Works for day or parties. Very good for fall, winter, and spring; in spring, use fewer sprays because of the caramel, but it’s still wearable. I don’t recommend it for summer due to the caramel, although the citrus pops a lot, it works for a summer night. It’s worth it if you want something cheap. You save €50-60 by paying €20-30 for 100ml (mine cost €26). In summary: If you like Scandal EDT and don’t want to spend a fortune, this is a great option (you might struggle to get used to the synthetic notes, but I loved them). I really like it for the price. Scent: 10/10, Sillage: 7/10, Longevity: 6-8 hours, Note Quality: 7/10 (synthetic but you get used to it). The tangerine and orange smell natural, while the caramel is typical supermarket synthetic but very good. Final rating: 9/10, very happy; on the second day, two friends told me I smelled good.

mm nah, smells like sour, watered-down tangerine stomped on by a shoe stuck with birthday party caramel for a diabetic kid. It’s starter pack material and the bad kind. No mercy.

To be honest: the opening reminded me of a syrupy medicine, not very pleasant, and it feels synthetic. However, once it dries down, the caramel and vanilla are lovely. Excluding the opening, it’s a great perfume that lasts over 8 hours. Just note that the sillage isn’t very noticeable; it stays much closer to you.

What a delicious perfume! You don’t need to buy JPG Scandal; this has great projection and longevity. The caramel is the highlight—this type of note is unusual in my collection, but now it’s my favorite. I recommend it for wild nights out or special dates.

In my opinion, this perfume has a caramel note that’s too heavy and can even be annoying in the opening, but everything changes once it dries down. You notice soft, sweet tangerine notes and a very sugared tangerine combined directly with caramel, creating an ideal contrast. It’s perfect for winter and autumn, and wearing it at night makes it feel sexier and sweeter, as it’s quite heavy and might bother some people during the day. I recommend it for partying or hanging out with friends.

My take: a pretty good perfume, especially regarding longevity, with great skin and fabric fixation lasting around 8 hours. While I don’t think projection is its strong suit, it has a moderate sillage noticeable in the first hours before settling into a close bubble that doesn’t exceed half a meter. The opening features a somewhat synthetic tangerine with a marked citrus character upon spraying. As it dries, its DNA close to Scandal emerges, where caramel dominates alongside tonka bean sweetness, creating a creamy, slightly effeminate base. This sweetness feels warm, enveloping, and playful—the most characteristic trait. That’s why it’s ideal for cool days; it works well in autumn, winter, and spring if it’s not too hot. On hot days, I definitely wouldn’t wear it, as the sweetness becomes cloying. At night or for outings, it performs excellently. It’s youthful and playful, perfect for dates or nights out, and it’s one of the ones that has earned the most compliments from my girlfriend and friends. That said, it’s a very worn-out scent; many people use it. Still, considering the quality and price, it remains a solid and recommended option, especially for those seeking an attractive, fulfilling sweet scent without spending too much.

It resembles Scandal, but that’s about it. I remember Scandal, but I hate this one. It feels like an insult to say this is better than Scandal; I defend Scandal to the hilt. Both are synthetic, but what about the tangerine? It’s a disaster. It opens with pure alcohol, then an explosive citrus tangerine and orange. The dry down is a rancid caramel with poorly combined citrus. Scandal’s sweetness is more harmonious. I’ve given it many chances, but it’s undeniable that Scandal is superior. Horrible projection, bad development, poorly made caramel, and terrible tonka bean. The longevity and sillage are disappointing. I wore Mandarin on my right arm and Scandal on my left; Scandal won by a landslide, and by the fourth hour, Mandarin was barely on my skin, powdery, and dusty. Sacrificing quality for longevity that doesn’t last is a failure. Scandal is worth the extra cost; save a little and buy it. I do not recommend Mandarin; ARMAF should stop making this flanker.

About 90% identical to Scandal EDT. The first spray smells like very ripe, almost rotten tangerine, which is why it’s cloying. As it dries, you get a pleasant salty caramel with soft floral notes and then the wood, nothing like an old shed. In short: it’s a citrus-sweet scent like a tangerine dipped in sugar, rich but cloying. 3-5 sprays are enough. Ideal for autumn or when it’s not too hot; it can be overwhelming in enclosed spaces. Rating: 8/10.

Great value for the price, ideal for almost any setting as long as it’s not stiflingly hot or you’re in a crowded space. Smells very sweet and I highly recommend it.

I bought it due to the hype; I haven’t smelled the Scandal EDT inspiration, but it’s the worst perfume I’ve ever purchased. Where is the sweet tangerine scent? I only feel ultra-synthetic chemicals that sometimes make me nauseous. Not for day or night; it falls short in both. It’s rare that it smelled better right out of the box than after macerating. Maybe it’s my skin, but I recommend not buying it or testing it first; no one I gave it to liked it (which is the beauty of fragrances). 0/10.

The truth is, it’s very good, one of the best dupes, capable with more intense notes and excellent. But after a while, it becomes repetitive and flat. I entered the perfume world with this, my first purchase, and it blew my mind. It sits close to the skin, doesn’t project much, but if you’re near, you can definitely smell it. It’s perfect for winter, creating that bubble of warmth with a soft, subtle caramel scent without being overwhelming, plus cedar and ambroxan that give that warm hug. It’s a workhorse perfume, but it gets flat over time. Ideal as a staple, not for everyday wear, but for a night out with friends or a quiet date. 8.5/10