The Perfume Library

Marwah

7.8

Al Haramain

Floral · Sweet · Woody

Al Haramain Marwah is a resinous oriental unisex scent with floral, sweet and woody character; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated as good. Most voters pick fall and spring, and evening and night-out wear lead the occasions, with leisure close behind. Voters lean feminine for its character, though some see it as masculine. As a whole, it sets the floral side of Turkish rose against the sweet, resinous warmth of amber and sandalwood. Oud adds depth, and the woody, oriental feel comes through.

Mystique Musk

7.9

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Mystique Musk is a floral, powdery women's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter. It opens with violet leaf, chamomile and mandarin orange, a light, slightly green freshness. In the heart, iris, jasmine, freesia and osmanthus form a floral core. Vanilla and white musk soften the base, while leather adds an animal, leathery depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring in second place. Evening wear stands out most, though daytime and nights out are also common. It is classed as a women's fragrance. Womo Black Powder and Nishane Hundred Silent Ways X have a close profile.

Oud Cambodi

8.1

Al Haramain · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Al Haramain Oud Cambodi is a sweet, spicy woody-oriental with resinous, smoky and earthy sides, a dense oud fragrance for anyone who likes that style, and it is unisex. It opens with amyris, precious woods, ginger and leather. In the heart, sandalwood, oud, cedarwood and gaiac wood build a woody core, with patchouli adding an earthy edge. At the base, myrrh, benzoin, frankincense and vanilla sweeten and soften it, while white musk and amber leave a warm footing. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage good, though few people have voted, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Voters also rate its value for money highly. Atelier des Ors Larmes du Désert and J.F. Schwarzlose Berlin Rausch have a close profile.

Iris

8.9

Al Haramain · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Al Haramain Iris is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent led by mandarin orange, orange and bergamot. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though with few votes behind them these ratings are only a rough guide. It has a light, easygoing feel that doesn't lean toward either gender. The top is bright with mandarin orange, orange and bergamot. In the heart, grapefruit and ginger add a touch of spice and fruity sweetness. The base of lily of the valley and musk softens everything, with aquatic and woody tones underneath. Maison Asrar DXB and OrkusOdes Ikaros have a close profile.

Haramain Million

7.2

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Haramain Million is a unisex scent with a floral, fruity core wrapped in sweet, gourmand and creamy warmth. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of ratings makes these figures only a rough guide. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine and sits comfortably on anyone. It opens with bergamot, mango and plum, giving a fresh, juicy fruit start. Rose, ylang-ylang and jasmine fill the heart with soft florals. In the base, amber, musk and vanilla bring an oriental sweetness, while cedarwood and sandalwood add a woody footing. Al Haramain Classic and Sedra Nero have a close profile.

Barq

6.3

Al Haramain

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Signature Red

7.8

Al Haramain

Floral · Aquatic · Spicy

Al Haramain Signature Red is a unisex scent that sets floral and spicy accords on a woody, leathery base. It opens with green notes, bergamot and mandarin orange for a fresh start. In the heart, cumin and nutmeg bring spice while jasmine and violet soften it with floral touches. The base of leather, cedar, sandalwood and patchouli adds a woody, animal and resinous depth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so this is a tentative picture. Its value-for-money score is high. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on either men or women. Fragrance Du Bois Oud Noir Intense and Oud & Musk Sweet Silk have a close profile.

Musk Al Ghazal (Perfume Oil)

6.6

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Synthetic

Perfume Oil

Al Haramain Musk Al Ghazal (Perfume Oil) is a unisex perfume oil that pairs a floral, fruity side with the smoky warmth of musk, leather and sandalwood. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. It reads as unisex, leaning neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with raspberry and aldehydes, then a heart of jasmine, geranium, rose and iris builds a floral middle. In the base, musk, leather and sandalwood come forward, and spicy, resinous and smoky accords give the scent an oriental weight.

Azlan Oud Bleu Edition

8.6

Al Haramain · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Haramain Azlan Oud Bleu Edition is a unisex scent that opens with bright, spicy cardamom, grapefruit and cinnamon over a heart of lavender and patchouli. Cardamom and cinnamon bring the spice, while grapefruit lifts it with a citrus freshness. In the heart, lavender and patchouli add a floral, earthy turn. The base of liquorice, sandalwood, Haitian vetiver and amber settles the scent on a woody, resinous, oriental ground. A synthetic facet runs through the accords as well. Voters find the longevity very strong and the sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so this picture is tentative. The fresh, spicy structure over a woody-oriental base sits evenly between masculine and feminine. French Avenue Enigma Une and Emir Men have a close profile.

Firdous

6.8

Al Haramain

Floral · Green · Spicy

Al Haramain Firdous is a green, floral unisex scent where green citrus fruits, clove and iris take the lead. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though only a small number of votes stand behind that. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and a fair share choose winter. Votes for masculine and feminine are close, so it sits comfortably on either side, with a classic feel. It opens with green citrus fruits alongside animalic notes. The heart brings green notes, clove and iris, with spice and flowers moving together. The base of musk, sandalwood, lily of the valley and moss settles into a woody, resinous chypre.

Batoul

8.2

Al Haramain · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Al Haramain Batoul is a sweet, slightly smoky unisex scent that sets saffron and spicy notes on a woody base. It opens with spicy notes, woody notes and saffron. In the heart, leather and cashmere wood give it a dry, soft body. At the base, vanilla and amber raise the sweetness while woody notes keep it in check. The overall impression is gourmand, resinous and oriental. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads as neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. Lattafa Oud Mood and Orientica Anfas Oud have a close profile.

Dehnal Oudh Cambodi (Perfume Oil)

6.8

Al Haramain

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Perfume Oil

Jannah (Perfume Oil)

7.4

Al Haramain

Floral · Green · Spicy

Perfume Oil

Al Haramain Jannah is a unisex perfume oil with a floral and woody character, edged with spicy and resinous tones. At the heart, spicy notes, ylang-ylang, rose and geranium set a floral, green frame. The base is led by patchouli, sandalwood, musk and oud, while oriental notes and gurjum balsam add a resinous, earthy and slightly animalic depth. Longevity and sillage are both rated as good, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. Its dense, oriental profile suits unisex wear.

Wardia / Twin Flower

7.4

Al Haramain

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Al Haramain Wardia / Twin Flower is a fresh floral for women that pairs rose and jasmine with the fruity sweetness of red plum and woodland strawberry. The top opens bright with bergamot and mandarin orange, while red plum and white blossoms add a soft fruitiness. At the heart, rose and jasmine carry the floral character, with nutmeg adding a light spice and woodland strawberry and tropical fruits adding sweetness. The base settles into a creamy, woody layer of sandalwood, musk and vanilla, softened further by lactone and gourmand notes. Fresh, floral, fruity and sweet accords lead the overall impression. Its profile is close to Anfas Salam and Xerjoff Purple Accento.

White Oudh

6.3

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Haramain White Oudh is a fresh, floral men's fragrance that opens with citrus and settles into a sweet, spicy, resinous warmth. Orange, mandarin orange and lemon set the first impression, with artemisia adding a faint green edge to the bright opening. In the heart, blackcurrant and freesia bring a sweet, floral softness, while patchouli grounds them with an earthy note. The base of amber, tobacco and musk dries down woody, oriental and slightly animalic. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these impressions are tentative. Voters place it mostly in daily and leisure wear, followed by evening and office use. Its profile is close to Al Haramain Thursday and Al Haramain Gold.

Lak (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Al Haramain Lak Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that lays a sweet, gourmand layer, touched with spice and resin, over a floral and fruity core; it has been discontinued. Dried fruits and black rose lead the scent, while vanilla, praliné and walnut pull it toward a sweet, gourmand side. Balsamic, powdery and woody notes and musk soften that sweetness and build a warm, smoky base. The spicy and oriental accords stay in the background. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though with few votes that should be read cautiously. Its sweet, dense character suggests easier wear in cooler weather, and it suits both men and women. Its profile is close to Al Haramain Makkah and MAD Parfumeur Effect.

Shefon (Eau de Parfum)

7.3

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Al Haramain Shefon Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of rosemary, bergamot and lemon against a powdery floral heart of jasmine, iris and rose. The top holds rosemary, bergamot, lemon, tamarind, green and spicy notes, so it opens fresh, citrusy and lightly green. In the heart, rosewood, jasmine, iris, rose and lily of the valley add a soft, powdery floral layer. The base of musk, amber, cedarwood and patchouli dries it down onto a warm, woody ground, with an aquatic coolness running through. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so treat these as tentative. Voters rate its value for money highly. Its clean, cool character reads comfortably on both men and women. Casamorati Mefisto Gentiluomo and Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza have a close profile.

Oud Cambodi Intense

8.6

Al Haramain · 2017

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Al Haramain Oud Cambodi Intense is a unisex scent built on oud, castoreum and sandalwood, with a spicy, smoky and leathery character. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and its dense, warm structure suits those who like heavy woody fragrances. Voters also rate its value for money highly, though the number of votes is small, so these impressions are not conclusive. Oud and castoreum open it, then cashmere wood settles the scent onto a woody ground. In the base, sandalwood, musk and animalic notes take over, leaving a resinous, oriental and dark character. The animalic and smoky tones stay in the foreground. Rasasi Oudh Siufi and Marks & Spencer Smoked Oud have a close profile.

Badar

7.3

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Badar is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, fruity sweetness with oriental warmth; it has been discontinued. It opens with lime, bergamot and orange for a bright citrus start, while lavender, honey and animalic notes add a sweet, slightly wild edge. Rose, iris and water lily carry the floral heart. The base of rock sugar, amber, musk, patchouli and cedarwood settles it into something sweet, woody and warm. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin, though the small number of votes means this is only a rough picture. It reads as a unisex scent whose sweet, floral side leads. Al Haramain Sultan (Perfume Oil) and Kayali Elixir | 11 have a close profile.

Barakah (Perfume Oil)

7.7

Al Haramain

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Perfume Oil

Al Haramain Barakah (perfume oil) is a unisex oriental that sets a floral, sweet body against spicy, resinous and smoky tones. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that reading is tentative. As a dense, oil-based perfume it suits cooler weather and evening wear, and it sits comfortably on either men or women. The notes come together as one piece rather than unfolding in stages. Amber and sandalwood lay a warm, woody base, saffron adds a spicy edge, rose lends a soft floral sweetness, and oud brings a smoky, resinous depth. A powdery side gently veils the sweetness.

Sheikh (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Al Haramain Sheikh Eau de Parfum is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with spice, flowers and wood. The top is apple, rosemary and citrus notes, while the heart brings jasmine, freesia, mint and spices. Sandalwood, tobacco and lily of the valley sit in the base. The overall feel is fresh and floral, with a spicy, woody and oriental side behind it and a somewhat synthetic edge among the accords. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though few people have voted so far. Its profile sits in the middle and wears comfortably on either men or women.

Haramain Mukhallath / Al Haramain Mukhallath

7.3

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Haramain Haramain Mukhallath / Al Haramain Mukhallath is a fresh, floral fragrance for men, opening on green notes, green citrus fruits and lavender. The top leans green and bright, with citrus and lavender setting a crisp start. In the heart, ylang-ylang, freesia and spicy notes add a soft floral warmth, while the sweet, fruity and powdery accords come forward. Moss and musk form the base, drying down with a mild oriental warmth. Voters rate longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Its fresh, green character suits anyone wanting an easy, lightweight scent for daily wear. Parfums MDCI Nuit Andalouse and The Merchant Of Venice Mandarin Carnival have a close profile.

Alf Zahra

8.3

Al Haramain

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Al Haramain Alf Zahra is a powdery, sweet floral for women, deepened by spice and wood and carrying a chypre feel. It opens with aldehydes, coriander, angelica root and orange blossom. In the heart, jasmine, iris, rose and geranium lead, while lily of the valley softens the floral line a little. At the base, musk, vetiver, moss and patchouli build a dry, earthy ground, and civet and sandalwood pull it toward a warm, oriental tone. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. Its full, pronounced character leans feminine. Aigner Explosive and Genny Genny have a close profile.

Mystique Femme

6.2

Al Haramain

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Al Haramain Mystique Femme is a women's fragrance that opens with the freshness of mandarin and fruit and settles into a floral, sweet base. Mandarin orange, rose, blackcurrant bud and red apple give the top a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine, rose and fig bring the floral side forward. In the base, iris, vanilla, patchouli and ambroxan sweeten the scent and give it a woody, oriental edge. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. It is positioned as a feminine fragrance. Perfumes with a close profile include Jennifer Lopez Glow After Dark and Michael Kors Michael Kors pour Femme.