HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Straight to Heaven, White Cristal vs Oud Mood Elixir
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Oud Mood Elixir is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Straight to Heaven, White Cristal. Choose Oud Mood Elixir when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
72/100
Longevity
82/100
60/100
Sillage
80/100
35%
Day Wear
30%
65%
Night Wear
70%
20%
Spring
15%
15%
Summer
10%
35%
Autumn
35%
30%
Winter
40%
42
Value (lower price wins)
500
Straight to Heaven, White Cristal
Top
Rum, Lemon, Bergamot
Heart
Patchouli, Cedar, Caramel
Base
Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla
Oud Mood Elixir
Top
Saffron, Incense, Bergamot
Heart
Oud, Rose, Patchouli
Base
Amber, Sandalwood, Vanilla
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Straight to Heaven, White Cristal or Oud Mood Elixir better?
Oud Mood Elixir is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Straight to Heaven, White Cristal. Choose Oud Mood Elixir when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Straight to Heaven, White Cristal or Oud Mood Elixir?
Oud Mood Elixir lasts longer. Straight to Heaven, White Cristal is rated long lasting (6h - 8h) while Oud Mood Elixir is rated long lasting (8h - 12h).
Do Straight to Heaven, White Cristal and Oud Mood Elixir smell similar?
They share 4 notes: Bergamot, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanilla. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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