
Bad Influence
Designed for adventurous wearers who appreciate extroverted fruity and woody scents, this fragrance commands attention with minimal application. The pairing of lush peach, sharp grapefruit, and rich amber creates a confident aura that fits celebratory nights out and cooler social settings. Bitter almond and earthy oakmoss prevent the blend from veering into simple dessert territory, lending it a refined backbone suitable for both men and women. Voters give it equal love across spring, summer, fall, and winter, proving its versatility across changing temperatures. If you enjoy loud, room-filling fruit blends grounded in cedar, this scent offers an assertive profile built to last through long celebrations.
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Performance Metrics
73 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
Community data demonstrates astonishing endurance, with fourteen voters rating the longevity as eternal (exceeding twelve hours) and one voter calling it long lasting. Projection is equally formidable, with twelve voters reporting an enormous sillage that projects well across an entire room.
Notes Pyramid
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This fresh citrus fruity perfume balances lush pineapple, ripe peach, and bergamot with Egyptian jasmine and bitter almond. The composition settles into an earthy base of cedar, ambergris, and oakmoss, creating a bold blend of fruity, sweet, and mossy accords.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe opening highlights a fresh bergamot citrus perfume dynamic joined by sweet tropical fruits before transitioning into white floral jasmine and nutty almond in the heart. As the dry-down progresses, the sweet and fruity tones merge into dark oakmoss, amber, and dry cedar for a rich, textured finish.
Community Data
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When to Wear
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It looks easiest to wear in spring and summer. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.
Pros & Cons
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Eternal longevity rated at over 12 hours by 14 community voters
Enormous sillage that projects powerfully across an entire room
Vibrant top notes featuring juicy pineapple, bergamot, and ripe peach
Balanced year-round wearability with equal voting support for all four seasons
Complex dry-down combining earthy oakmoss, cedar wood, and salty ambergris
Rated as a great value for money by twelve voters
True unisex appeal suitable for both men and women
Warm saffron and bitter almond create a distinctive nutty heart
High community satisfaction with an average rating of 4.71 out of 5 stars
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Enormous projection can be overwhelming in enclosed offices or classrooms
Sweet fruit and almond opening is too intense for lovers of minimalist scents
Extremely potent performance makes it hard to wash off or switch scents
Lacks written community reviews, making blind buying somewhat unpredictable
One voter rated the scent as hate, indicating potential polarity
Heavily concentrated profile requires strict spray control
Bitter almond and saffron may read as medicinal to some noses
Not suitable for those who prefer delicate or intimate skin scents
Limited brand distribution makes sampling in local stores difficult
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Editorial Review: Bad Influence by Maison Yusif Offers Unapologetic Power”
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif introduces itself with a rich, syrup-dipped explosion of tropical and orchard fruits. The top layer presents a tart bergamot and crisp pineapple pairing that instantly cuts through the air, immediately enriched by luscious peach. Saffron brings an unexpected warmth right from the opening moments, weaving a leathery, slightly medicinal thread through the bright fruits. There is no subtle ramp-up here. From the first second, the presence is broad, vibrant, and unapologetically loud.
As the initial burst settles, the fragrance shifts into an opulent floral and nutty midsection. Egyptian jasmine brings a white floral texture that softens the biting tartness of the opening fruit basket, while bitter almond introduces a marzipan-like creaminess. Saffron remains present, anchoring the florals. When the base notes arrive, the fragrance turns drier and earthier. Salty ambergris combines with mineral oakmoss, cedar wood, and a lingering splash of grapefruit, producing a grounded finish that prevents the upfront sweetness from becoming cloying.
Throughout the day, the accords demonstrate a remarkable staying power. The fruity and citrus facets never truly disappear; instead, they fuse into the woody and sweet amber accords that form the structural spine of the scent. Almond adds a gourmand nuance that emerges in waves, while the mossy and warm spicy undertones create a dark, textured contrast against the sparkling sweetness. It maintains an evolving interplay where bright fruits dance above deep forest woods for hours on end.
Performance is where this creation truly stands apart from typical fruit-forward fragrances. Community voters overwhelmingly rate its longevity as eternal, with fourteen out of fifteen wearers recording performance past twelve hours. Sillage is equally massive, with twelve voters classifying it as enormous. It projects aggressively across a room, creating a persistent scent bubble. In terms of occasions, it demands social spaces like festive evening events, open-air celebrations, and parties where a commanding scent trail is appreciated, while polite corporate offices might find its volume overwhelming.
This perfume suits confident collectors who enjoy bold, genderless scents that turn heads and make an immediate impact. Fans of intense peach perfume profiles with rich woody backbones will find plenty to admire here. On the other hand, minimalists, lovers of sheer skin scents, and those sensitive to potent aroma-chemicals should steer clear. Anyone who prefers a discreet, intimate floral or a fleeting summer cologne will likely find this profile far too loud for daily wear.
Overall, Bad Influence by Maison Yusif arrives as a fearless release crafted by perfumer Yusif Meizongo Jnr. It successfully bridges succulent tropical sweetness with the vintage dignity of oakmoss and salty ambergris. While its sheer potency makes it a scent you should sample before purchasing a full bottle, it easily earns its reputation as a standout performer for adventurous wearers who demand all-day projection and rich fruit character.
FAQs
What does Bad Influence by Maison Yusif smell like?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif smells like a rich blend of juicy pineapple, peach, and bergamot layered over creamy almond, jasmine, and earthy oakmoss. The opening delivers tangy tropical fruit, which quickly gains depth from warm saffron and Egyptian jasmine. As it dries down, salty ambergris and cedar wood anchor the sweet accords, creating a potent woody-fruity trail.
How long does Bad Influence by Maison Yusif last?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif offers eternal longevity, lasting well over twelve hours on skin. In community voting, fourteen out of fifteen wearers rated its endurance as eternal, with only one noting long-lasting wear. Its heavy base notes of cedar, oakmoss, and ambergris ensure that the fragrance clings persistently without needing reapplication throughout the day.
How strong is the projection of Bad Influence by Maison Yusif?+
The projection of Bad Influence by Maison Yusif is enormous and can easily fill a room. Community data shows twelve votes for enormous sillage and two votes for strong sillage, with only one voter finding it moderate. Because it projects so aggressively, wearers should apply it lightly to avoid overwhelming people in enclosed spaces.
Is Bad Influence by Maison Yusif for men or women?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif is a unisex fragrance suitable for both men and women. Community voting strongly confirms this, with fourteen votes for unisex appeal and one vote leaning masculine. Its luscious fruit top notes are balanced by bitter almond, earthy oakmoss, and dry cedar wood, making it appealing across gender lines.
What seasons are best for wearing Bad Influence by Maison Yusif?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif is versatile enough to wear in any season of the year. Community voting is evenly divided, with nine votes each for winter, spring, summer, and fall. The vibrant pineapple and bergamot shine in warm weather, while the rich saffron, ambergris, and cedar provide ample depth during cold months.
Is Bad Influence by Maison Yusif suitable for office wear?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif is generally too strong for intimate office environments. Twelve community voters describe its sillage as enormous, meaning a standard application can quickly dominate a conference room or cubicle. If you choose to wear it for work, restrict yourself to a single discreet spray under clothing.
What perfumes are similar to Bad Influence by Maison Yusif?+
Bad Influence shares similarities with sweet saffron scents like Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait and fruity oakmoss fragrances like Nishane Hacivat. However, it differs by blending peach and pineapple directly into bitter almond, jasmine, and salty ambergris. This creates a fruitier, sweeter profile than traditional smoky chypres while retaining an earthy, mossy backbone.
Is Bad Influence by Maison Yusif a safe blind buy?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif is not a safe blind buy due to its massive projection and rich profile. While thirteen voters love it and the average rating is 4.71 out of 5 stars, one voter recorded a hate rating. Sampling first is wise because the intense almond, saffron, and oakmoss can polarize.
Is Bad Influence by Maison Yusif good value for money?+
Bad Influence by Maison Yusif provides great value for money according to most wearers. Twelve community voters rated it as a great value, while three considered it fair. Because eternal longevity and enormous projection mean you only need one or two sprays per wear, a single bottle lasts significantly longer than average.
How should you apply Bad Influence by Maison Yusif?+
You should apply Bad Influence by Maison Yusif sparingly, using no more than one or two sprays. With fourteen voters confirming eternal longevity and twelve noting enormous sillage, spraying onto the chest or back of the neck provides plenty of scent bubble. Overspraying this concentrated blend of fruits, woods, and ambergris can easily overwhelm.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREWhile sharing the saffron and almond interplay found in Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum, this scent adds a distinctive burst of pineapple and peach. It also calls to mind Nishane Hacivat through its tart fruit and oakmoss pairing, but remains sweeter, fruitier, and less smoky than Creed Aventus.
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