Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Rayhaan Obsidian
Direct head-to-head comparison: scent profile, key differences, and buying verdict.
Comparing Le Labo The Noir 29 against Rayhaan Obsidian: these two fragrances share an estimated 20% olfactory match. Both feature prominent citrus, musky, powdery accords. Choose The Noir 29 if you prefer a more aromatic/fresh spicy profile; choose Obsidian for animalic/earthy.
Match 20 — similarity-model estimate from shared accords and notes (similarity-v1).
Le Labo
The Noir 29
2015 · unisex
- Aromatic
- Citrus
- Fresh Spicy
- Fruity
- Green
- Musky
- Powdery
- Sweet
- Tobacco
- Woody
Pick The Noir 29 if…
- you want the aromatic, fresh spicy and fruity character that Obsidian doesn't have
- you prefer a fragrance marketed as unisex
Rayhaan
Obsidian
masculine
- Animalic
- Citrus
- Earthy
- Floral
- Iris
- Leather
- Musky
- Powdery
- Violet
- Woody
Pick Obsidian if…
- you want the animalic, earthy and floral character that The Noir 29 doesn't have
- you prefer a fragrance marketed as masculine
Overall winner by use case
We can't declare an overall winner yet — there is no verified performance, season-fit, or price data for these fragrances. Compare the accords and notes above instead.
Longevity & Performance Comparison
The Noir 29
Delivers steady projection during active hours with a smooth skin scent drydown.
Obsidian
Reliable office and evening projection powered by dense base notes and modern fixatives.
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What they share
Accords: Citrus, Musky, Powdery, Woody · Notes: Cedar
Where they differ
Only in The Noir 29
Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Fruity, Green, Sweet, Tobacco, Bay Leaf, Bergamot, Fig, Hay…
Only in Obsidian
Animalic, Earthy, Floral, Iris, Leather, Violet, Ambrette, Citrus, Iris, Leather…
Frequently Asked Questions: Le Labo The Noir 29 vs Rayhaan Obsidian
How do Le Labo The Noir 29 and Rayhaan Obsidian compare in scent?
Le Labo The Noir 29 and Rayhaan Obsidian share an estimated 20% olfactory match. Both feature noticeable citrus, musky, powdery accords.
Which should you choose between Le Labo The Noir 29 and Rayhaan Obsidian?
Choose Le Labo The Noir 29 if you prefer a profile highlighting aromatic and fresh spicy. Choose Rayhaan Obsidian if you lean towards animalic and earthy.
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