The Perfume Library

Treasure

8.2

Zimaya

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zimaya Treasure is a men's scent that opens fresh with mandarin orange and bergamot, then softens into amber and woody notes. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and business, with sport and leisure close behind and night out and evening further back. It reads masculine. A fresh, citrusy, green start gives way to amber and woody notes, with spicy notes and musk underneath. The accords also carry a fruity, sweet side. Afnan Turathi (Blue) and Hermetica Source¹ have a close profile.

Phantom Paragon

7.4

Zimaya

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zimaya Phantom Paragon is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral opening with a sweet, powdery and creamy base. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and its value-for-money score is high. Voters spread their picks fairly evenly across business, evening and leisure, with daily wear and nights out close behind, so it is not tied to one setting. No clear seasonal lean shows up. The top notes are bergamot, jasmine and heliotrope, with bergamot bringing freshness and heliotrope a powdery softness. In the heart, bitter almond, amber and vanilla turn it sweet and creamy. Lavender, sandalwood and musk in the base add a woody, slightly leathery footing, while the spicy and synthetic touches stay in the background.

Red Carpet Paragon

8.1

Zimaya

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zimaya Red Carpet Paragon is a unisex fragrance that suits fall and spring days, pairing a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, woody base. It opens with blood orange, spices and black pepper. In the heart, amber, lavender and orange blossom add a floral, creamy softness. The base of precious woods, moss, tonka bean and musk leaves a sweet, woody trail. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, then winter, and it is worn for leisure, evenings and the office. It reads closer to masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Parfums de Marly Kalan and Parfums de Marly Darley have a close profile.

Inekas Solis / انعكاس

7.9

Zimaya

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Zimaya Inekas Solis is a women's fragrance with a sweet, gourmand character, setting floral and fruity tones on a creamy base. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though with few votes that reading is tentative. Voters lean towards spring and fall without ruling out summer or winter. Leisure and daily wear come first, and it also suits nights out. It opens with cardamom, ice cream and pistachio, then moves into jasmine, pear, raspberry and peony at the heart. The base holds cedar, sandalwood, tonka bean and marshmallow, with spicy and powdery touches softening the sweetness. M. Micallef Pistachio Chic and Afnan Perfumes Kiaana Angel have a close profile.

Zukhruf (pink)

7.7

Zimaya

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Zimaya Zukhruf (pink) is a sweet, powdery women's fragrance that leans towards spring and fall, and towards daily and leisure wear. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. Most voters suggest spring and fall, with winter next. Daily wear and leisure are the most chosen settings, and office wear follows close behind. It opens with vanilla, heliotrope and orchid; in the heart, musk, almond milk and marshmallow soften the sweetness. In the base, vanilla joins sandalwood and amber as it dries down. Floral and fruity accords sit under a gourmand, creamy and powdery character. Lattafa Yara and Ayat Envy share a close profile.

Taraf (black)

7.3

Zimaya

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Zimaya Taraf (black) is a sweet, spicy and smoky men's fragrance, with a gourmand, oriental build softened by floral and fruity touches. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and it scores high for value, though the small number of votes means these impressions are still tentative. It opens with saffron, bergamot and oud. In the heart, sugar, rose and amber sweeten it, and the base of tonka bean, oakmoss and white musk leaves a woody, soft footing. Pendora Scents Noir d'Arabie and French Avenue Cosmic Tonka have a close profile.

Anhaar Dune

7.3

Zimaya · 2024

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Zimaya Anhaar Dune opens with citrus but is defined by its sweet, gourmand and creamy character, and it is worn by anyone, as a unisex scent. Caramel and vanilla come first; in the heart, coconut and lemon zest lift the sugary base a little. In the base, musk and ambergris soften everything and leave a powdery, oriental warmth. Fruity and spicy touches stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters place it mostly in leisure and daily wear, with evening and night-out use close behind. Blend Oud Sana and Al Haramain Dhahab have a close profile.

Oud Is Great

7.6

Zimaya

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Zimaya Oud Is Great is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that opens with oud, mint, lavender and saffron and settles onto a woody, leathery base. Oud and saffron lead the top, with mint and lavender lightening them a little. The heart of geranium, cedar, jasmine and pink pepper builds a spicy, woody middle. In the base, frankincense, musk, sandalwood, leather and patchouli deepen the oriental character, while melon adds a soft sweetness. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good and consider it good value, though the number of votes is small, so this impression is tentative. It reads as a dense, warm scent that suits men and women alike.

Mazaaj Rhythm / مزاج Rhythm

8.4

Zimaya

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zimaya Mazaaj Rhythm / مزاج Rhythm is a unisex scent that reads fresh, citrusy and green, with a light fruity sweetness. It opens with bright grapefruit and bergamot. Green apple and ginger in the heart make it both fruity and slightly sharp. Amber and musk in the base soften it with sweet, gourmand tones. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters score its staying power high. Leisure and daily wear lead, with sport and office also suggested. It can be worn in the evening and on nights out too. Emir Memories of Summer and Rave Now White have a close profile.

Khafaya (blue)

8.0

Zimaya · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zimaya Khafaya (blue) is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a spicy, sweet and woody base. The top notes are grapefruit, nutmeg and cinnamon: bright citrus with a warm spicy edge right beside it. Lavender and woody notes form the heart. In the base, sandalwood, amber and liquorice sweeten the scent and leave an oriental, slightly leathery trace. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, and they score its value for money highly. It reads masculine. Zimaya Zukhruf (black) and Al Haramain Azlan Oud Bleu Edition have a close profile.

Amber Is Great

7.5

Zimaya

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Zimaya Amber Is Great is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, fruity sweetness with a gourmand, woody warmth. It opens with amber, fruity notes and sweet notes. Fruity notes carry through the heart, while fresh and ozonic notes lighten it. The base settles into patchouli, musky notes and vanilla; spicy, powdery and oriental accords soften the sweetness as it dries. The overall feel is fresh, fruity and slightly synthetic. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Its value for money is rated very highly. It suits both men and women and sits between heavy and fully light.

Hawwa (red)

7.6

Zimaya

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zimaya Hawwa (red) is a fresh, fruity and sweet women's fragrance, with a floral and creamy side that softens the fruit. The top notes are orange, strawberry, raspberry and cassia, so the opening is bright and fruit-led. In the heart, lily, peach, grapefruit and blackcurrant bring the floral side forward while keeping the fruity feel going. The base of vanilla, musk and patchouli settles it onto a creamy, sweet footing. There is a synthetic edge in the accords too. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known up close without filling the room. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. Khadlaj Ria and La Rive She is Mine have a close profile.

Icon

8.0

Zimaya

Fresh · Floral · Green

Zimaya Icon is a men's fragrance built around nutmeg, saffron and myrrh, with a spicy, smoky and leathery character. It opens with nutmeg, saffron, mace and pink pepper, spicy with a fresh edge. Myrrh, cardamom, geranium and frankincense add a resinous depth in the heart. In the base, oud, patchouli, leather and musk give it a woody, earthy and smoky finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so this is not a firm verdict. It is also rated well for value. Amouage Epic Man and Rasasi Faqat Lil Rijal have a close profile.

A Fairy Tale

7.7

Zimaya

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Zimaya A Fairy Tale is a unisex fragrance that sets a fruity, spicy character on a woody, creamy base. It opens with patchouli and Virginia cedar, giving an earthy, dry woody footing. In the heart, nutmeg and dried fruits add a spicy, lightly sweet fruitiness. In the base, amber, musk and vanilla soften everything into a creamy, resinous warmth. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, and they score its value for money high, though the number of votes is small, so these are only a rough guide. Alexandria Fragrances Egyptian Angel and Or Liquide So Patchouli have a close profile.

Ilham al Oud

7.5

Zimaya

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Zimaya Ilham al Oud is a smoky, resinous unisex scent with a sweet, spicy oriental character. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and voters score its value for money highly. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It opens with oud, frankincense and rose. Raspberry, saffron and benzoin sweeten and spice the heart. Patchouli, leather, jasmine and amber leave a woody, leathery warmth at the base.

Khafaya (pink)

8.4

Zimaya

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zimaya Khafaya (pink) is a women's fragrance with a fresh, floral and fruity character that leans sweet and powdery. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are not yet settled. It reads as a feminine scent. Bergamot, vanilla and pear open both fresh and sweet. In the heart, jasmine, Indian tuberose and orange bring out the floral side. Musk, vetiver and ambroxan then dry it down onto a powdery, creamy base. Lattafa Ana Abiyedh and La Fede Crisp Flower have a close profile.

Fatima Velvet Love

6.7

Zimaya

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zimaya Fatima Velvet Love is a women's perfume that links a fresh, fruity opening to a sweet, powdery and creamy character. Passion fruit, pear and peach lead the top, with aquatic notes, leaves and amber behind them. The heart of lily of the valley, ylang-ylang and jasmine adds a soft floral touch, and the base of caramel, sandalwood and musk settles into a sweet, creamy finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, and they score its value for money highly. With its sweet, fruity build it reads as a feminine scent. Tiziana Terenzi Kirkè and Jil Sander Sun have a close profile.

Modhesh Aura

8.8

Zimaya · 2025

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Zimaya Modhesh Aura is a masculine scent that links a green, fruity opening to gourmand sweetness and resinous warmth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. There is no clear lean towards a season or occasion, and it reads masculine. It opens with mint, lavender and bergamot for a fresh, green start, backed by woody notes. The heart brings amber, benzoin, cardamom and pineapple, adding a spicy, fruity warmth. The base of vanilla, musk and tonka bean settles into a creamy, sweet finish.

Rabab Gems

7.8

Zimaya

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Rabab Pulp

6.2

Zimaya · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zimaya Rabab Pulp is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with a fruity, sweet and creamy body. The top notes are chamomile, mango and orange blossom, while coconut, fig and ylang-ylang lead the heart. It sweetens over time: benzoin, vanilla and sandalwood in the base bring a gourmand, powdery, creamy warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. It suits anyone who enjoys sweet fruity scents, on men and women alike. BellaVita Luxury Mango and French Avenue Tropical Kiss have a close profile.

Mazaaj

7.7

Zimaya

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Zimaya Mazaaj is a unisex gourmand and woody scent that sets spice against sweetness. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are tentative. It carries no strict gender lean and can read on both men and women, and it is rated highly for value. Black pepper and Sichuan pepper give it a spicy opening, while caramel adds a soft sweetness. In the heart, cinnamon, patchouli and musk come forward, and oak and amber at the base tie it into a warm, creamy, woody finish. Sweet, spicy and oriental accords dominate. Nishane Tero and Rabanne 1 Million Privé have a close profile.

Spectrum

8.7

Zimaya · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zimaya Spectrum is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of lime, grapefruit and lavender with the fruity sweetness of pineapple and blackcurrant. Citrus and lavender lead at the top, while jasmine, pineapple and blackcurrant in the heart pull the scent towards a fruity, sweet side. Musk and vetiver form the base, with juniper berry and black pepper adding a light spice under the fresh, aquatic character. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, though the number of votes is small, so this is not a firm verdict. The light build and fresh feel sit closer to easy everyday wear. STR8 Red Code and French Avenue Pisces have a similar profile.

Al Kaser

7.6

Zimaya

Citrus · Sweet · Synthetic

Zimaya Al Kaser is a unisex scent best suited to evenings and leisure time, pairing citrus and spice with a woody, resinous base. It opens with lavender, saffron, bergamot and artemisia, where cool citrus and spice come forward together. In the heart, cypress, oud and cedar build a woody body, softened by geranium and lily of the valley. Musk, leather and amber leave a sweet, leathery, oriental warmth at the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters choose evening most often, followed by leisure and daily wear, which points to a relaxed evening scent; business and night out also get votes. It leans neither masculine nor feminine. Its profile is close to Montale Aoud Ever and Michael Jordan Legend.

Night Shadow

8.0

Zimaya

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Zimaya Night Shadow is a sweet, oriental unisex fragrance in which saffron, rose and amber lead, with a leathery edge that gives it a warm character. The top notes are amber, saffron and birch wood; the heart brings rose, musk and amber. The base settles on lavender, musk and ambergris. The accords pair a floral, sweet structure with oriental and leathery tones, plus a faintly synthetic touch. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. Lattafa Rouat Ajial and Lattafa Maahir have a close profile.