Faqat Lil Rijal

Another Rasasi gem. It cost me 30€ for 50ml EDP. The bottle is just like a metallic hip flask, although I think only the cap is made of metal, and the rest of the exterior of the bottle is silver plastic (I think inside there should be glass containing the perfume, but I don't know). The cardboard box is huge for a 50ml bottle, and the bottle itself is also very big (seems more than 125ml to me), but it contains only 50ml (what a pity!). All in all, the bottle is nice. Regarding the fragrance, I agree with the other previous reviews. This is very heavy, very intense, very rich, very deep, very persistent, very long lasting... well, pretty much "very everything". This shit is potent! And it has also a huge (monster!) sillage ("Beast mode", as Bogarde has accurately said before), capable of completely filling big rooms (up to the ceiling!), and it lasts hours and hours (and hours, and hours!) without decaying. Then, after 10 or 12h or so, a incredible, marvellous sense of "cleanliness" takes over. This is not a weakening, but a marvellous change. I was awestruck by this the first time I wore it. It was something like "clean & fresh oud", if that makes any sense to you... because oud is dark and bold. I don't know if it's because of the musk & sandalwood, or geranium + jasmine combination, but it's amazing. The oud is still present, and it keeps going and going until it breaks the barrier of 18h+. Even more than 24h after applying it, there was clearly a skin scent, very noticeable, deep, rich and warm, although it didn't project as a beast anymore :-( The clothes which were in touch with it also had this clear aroma, and also my bed sheets (the upper parts which were in touch with my neck and wrists) after a full night of sleep. This is truly AMAZING. Period. Believe me, I'm not exaggerating, this is probably the most powerful fragrance which I have smelt. It's so potent that one single spray on a sheet of paper completely filled my office (a medium-sized room). On my skin it's more tamed, not so "in your face" as it was on the paper, but a beast, nonetheless. I still haven't been bold enough to try more than two sprays on myself... The only fragrances which could come close to it in terms of performance are another two monsters which I also know very well (I own both!): "Lapidus pour Homme" and "Joop! Homme". Both are VERY long lasting with ENORMOUS sillage. Faqat lil Rijal plays in the same league as this beasts, and I like it. And what does it smell like? Well, this is oud, oud, oud, oud, oud and more oud (did I say oud?) in very high concentration. One oud blast after another. Tons of oud! And I love oud! so I love this. And if you love oud as much as me, I sincerely encourage you to blind buy and try this. You won't regret it, trust me. I can compare it to YSL M7 and Dior Leather Oud. Both of them are similar, but different. For example Leather Oud has a strong note of civet (just like YSL Kouros), which I don't like at all, and has more leather than oud; and Faqat lil Rijal is different: it doesn't have civet, and the leather is more subdued, barely present, letting the real star shine, which here is agarwood (and Dior Leather Oud is 180€ for 125ml). M7 is more similar, but it was discontinued, unfortunately. Now we can buy "M7 Oud Absolu", which is only the weak shadow of what the original M7 was someday: it lasts very little on my skin (2h -perhaps 3h- aaaaaaand... it's gone!). If you like M7 Oud Absolu, remember that Faqat lil Rijal is less than half the price, and way better. Although it's not exactly "cheap" (as is the case of "Khaltat al Oudh" and "Oudh al Misk"), it's in fact VERY good quality for the money. The most peculiar thing about this, and about oud fragrances in general, is that when you think that your nose has got accustomed to it (so that you cannot smell it anymore because you are saturated), it surprises you every now and then with a hint of oud passing by, like a ghost, like a swirl or mist. Whenever this happens to me, it makes me smile, because I love the smell of agarwood. I may be driving, or working, and then it comes, such wonderful aroma. For me, this is 10/10.

Faqat Lil Rijal opens with a skanky, saffron-infused barnyard oud, immediately making a bold statement — like wielding a weapon of mass destruction. From the first spray, it's clear that this is not a scent for the faint of heart. The geranium note plays an intriguing role, adding floral sharpness that could be mistaken for rose, though this is not a typical Middle Eastern rose-oud combination. The bergamot enhances the bitterness, with subtle hints of wine in the mix. This creates a sharp, slightly acidic experience, which contributes to the fragrance's unique charm. As it dries down, the initial pungency softens into a smooth, leathery, and slightly woody oud, revealing a base that feels far more grounded. The acidic notes dissipate, along with any fecal comparisons. Although leather and oud dominate, the geranium and spice notes maintain their presence in the background, lending the composition a slightly spicy, herbal character. Overall, it's not a complex composition — rather, a straightforward but effective oud-centric fragrance. The fragrance's projection follows a clear trajectory. The initial sillage is powerful, demanding attention as it radiates from your skin. However, after a few hours, it settles closer to the skin, becoming more intimate and restrained. This makes it an ideal choice for evening wear or private occasions when you want to leave an impression without overwhelming those around you. The longevity is solid, with the fragrance lingering on the skin for several hours — enough to carry you through most of the day or night. The bottle, however, is where things get amusing. In photos, it looks substantial, almost regal, like something you'd display proudly on a vanity. At first glance, it looks like it holds 100 ml or more. But the reality? Inside that oversized facade is a mere 50 ml of fragrance. The metallic appearance is equally deceptive — the bottle is actually made from low-quality plastic. That said, despite its somewhat cheap construction, the bottle manages to complement the crazy nature of the scent. Faqat Lil Rijal is undoubtedly a challenging fragrance and not one that will appeal to everyone. Beginners in the world of oud may find its rawness off-putting, but for seasoned oud lovers, it offers a deeply satisfying experience. The strength of the opening, combined with its drydown into a mellower, leathery oud, makes it a must-have for any oud enthusiast. So, is it for you? If you're seeking adventure in a bottle and aren't afraid of a little wildness, Faqat Lil Rijal is ready to take you on that journey. Opening note: 8+ Sillage/Projection: 8- Dry down: 8 Longevity: 8 Blend/Composition: 9 Versatility: 3+ Uniqueness: 9- Value for money: 8 Bottle design/Aesthetics: 5+ Overall experience: 8- Blind-buy rating: 1+

Great scent. Very strong, sharp oud, leather, saffron & geranium (which smells like a nice sour rose here) at beginning, then dries down to a quieter, woody scent. Like a much stronger version of Jesus del Pozo Arabian Nights for men. Box and bottle are both huge, but contents are only 50ml of juice, so don't let the big fake hip flask appearance fool you. Would be nice if it were sold in a larger quantity. I'd happily buy a 100ml bottle. In fact, if they sold it in a 250ml bottle like Dior Leather Oud, I'd buy it for sure. Since a lot of the current bottle must be empty space, it should be easy for Rasasi to fill that space with at least another 50ml of juice. They have even put some kind of extra weight into the bottle to make it seem heavier and fuller than it really is. 50ml of perfume in a Montale bottle weighs almost nothing, but Faqat Lil Rijal feels like it contains 200ml, even though the 50ml capacity is clearly written on the label underneath. However, I'd like to congratulate Rasasi on putting this scent into a chrome colored bottle. It's such a refreshing change from the obligatory bad taste Middle Eastern gold packaging that every oud scent adopts. Even French perfume houses like Givenchy, Montale, Guerlain, ST Dupont, Mancera, Lancome and Aramis, who should all know better, have made this mistake. Anyone who owns more than a couple of oud fragrances will know what I mean: whenever you open your bathroom closet to select a perfume, you're blinded by an overwhelming flash of gold from your entire oud collection. Then you can't see properly for the next ten minutes, because everything you look at has a residual gold tint. It's great that Rasasi has broken free of tradition with this bottle and decided to put a strong oud-based fragrance into a non-gold container. A strongly masculine scent. Non-sweet leather note helps with this. Powerful scents like this are great. I want maximum longevity, maximum sillage and maximum projection. I don't see the point of fragrances (especially oud based ones) that are weaker than a rabbit's fart. Why bother? If a fragrance has no more power than a mildly scented soap you would rinse off in the shower, then it's not worth wearing. This one is definitely worth wearing. This fragrance is for men, not for boys who prefer the saccharine sweet fragrances that young girls like. Strong!

Pardon my language but, HOLY SHIT!! When I first sprayed this on, I thought "uh-oh". But after just 2 minutes of dry down, this juice opens up to most sensual, masculine and opulent fragrance I ever smelled. If you told me this was a $250 niche fragrance, I would believe you. It smells THAT good! The scent-memory it brings is when I was a kid and smelling the inside of my mother's purse. No, that doesn't mean it smells feminine. It has the smoothness and ease of wear of a feminine scent but extremely masculine. The oud is heavy but not harsh, but extremely smooth. Buttery smooth. And it wafts off the skin in pleasurable waves. One spray on the wrist and it's just KICKING. You can wear this in fall, winter and spring I think. And it's easily worn in any occasion. You'll be the best smelling guy at work. The stand out amongst your buds at the bar. Mr. Popular in a club. Mr. Sophisticated in formal situations. And irresistible on dates! My highest review is Backup Bottle Worthy. This is above that. This is Hoarding Worthy. I'm actually thinking of getting 2 or 3 more bottles of this just to make sure I keep this formulation! This has replaced Angel Man as my Signature Scent. EDIT: Wore this out last night so I can give a report from the field: Believe it or not, I went with FIVE SPRAYS to the bar last night. Good, light mist sprays (1 on each side of the jugular, 1 behind each ear, then one on the chest). This juice doesn't just last a loooooong time (if you don't get 8+ hours, then you need to drink more water or use better moisturizer), but it projects better than any juice I've tried. Even more than A*Men. So as I moved through the bar, I pretty much got everyone to turn to see "who smells so good?" all night. Towards the end of the night, a very cute blonde came up and asked me to dance (kinda rare). We're not dancing 30 seconds before she blurts out "You smell GOOD!" and she kept nuzzling my neck. This stuff is dangerous in an oh-so-good way!! Definitely getting more bottles at the next paycheck. 10/10

Just bought this and am wearing it for the first time... I am only several hours into it and the only thing I have to say is WOW!... I have sampled quite a few of high end OUD's from Kilian, Tom Ford, Acqua di Parma, Bond No9 etc. Hands down, this one (Faqat Lil Rijal Rasasi) holds it own! I am not able to afford these niche fragrances so in my efforts to find a more reasonably priced OUD I ran across this amazing scent! This was a blind purchase $27 for 50ml... that was well worth it! I can say this is an animal! A real BEAST! I really feel that the notes described above a fairly on target. No! barn yard here after the first 5 minutes... THANK GOD, but a very intense dark woody oud with the spices and floral accents peeking through. I find it to be quite dimensional. Just love the Saffron and Jasmine and the slight sharpness of the Geranium from the floral. The woods are dark and earthy contributed from the Patchouli. I am very well pleased with this classic Oud perfume. The biggest Bang for the BUCK I have ever made! Update: After exploring this fragrance for a few weeks now I will say I cannot wear this everyday! Its so powerful... Dark... Earthy... Spicy OUD! Wonderful by itself... I have even been experimenting with layering it as a base with other fragrances that can handle an OUDY vibe... I've mixed it with 24 gold making it darker and even Sung Homme which gives it a Oud Robert Piguet vibe... oud and fir... anyway I'm having fun with this one! Update #2... I have to say I have had more joy layering with this scent more than any other I have purchased! My latest two to mix with Faqat is 24 Platinum which give the most LOVELY rose oud scent! Lasts, FOREVER! And another concoction... Avon Mesmerize... Yes, an avon scent layered with Faqat... The myrrh and spices from Mesmerize mixed with deep oudy base of Faqat is amazing! As I've almost used my first bottle I will be getting an other one!

I was in one of fav fragrance boutique...when they know I'm coming they don't worry about selling as long the fragrance appeals to me. I asked them if they have any frag's with an Oud base. They showed me Faqat Lil Rijal by Rasasi which is made in Dubai. They allowed me try spray a hint of this juice on my skin. As an EDP I was expecting a blast of OUD to be strong almost pungent. At first I was taken back thinking that it wasn't strong at all. I couldn't pickup a hint of any Oud untill 15min later. Like most fragrance, you need to give the juice time to settle. Boy.... finally I was able to smell Oud with a leathery/sandalwood undertone giving it a deep masculine animalistic quality. Saffron was listed and it has a very distinct aroma..it wasn't as obvious as leather note. Longevity and Silage is slightly better than high lasting more than 12hrs when I sprayed it 2x. Finally thoughts, If you come across this fragrance, try it before buying it. This fragrance isn't as powerful as Kilian or Tom Ford's Oud wood but it's certainly not as weak as some others have expressed their opinion. Fragrance's are very personal so when I read any review I keep in mind that it might work for me? This juice has a real deep woodsy/smokey aroma with a definite leather note. In all this juice is excellent during the fall /winter months especially during the cold days when your skin heats up and the frag emmulates of your body. 7.5/10

The first time I smelled this, I fell in love with it. It is a very bright, fresh smell. The oud-ness is simply a slight cheese or wine type smell but very pleasant. I agree that it is more of a booze plus bergamot plus sandalwood scent than skanky oud. This is not a beast mode scent, nor is it skanky. I love the smell of Faqat, and wish it was as strong as some warn, although it is noticeable enough I suppose: I have gotten compliments most of the times I have worn this! As pointed out by others, the inner bottle is quite small, which is a problem as you need maybe ten sprays for the smell to be noticeable beyond the initial spray blast. UPDATE: A better lasting, projecting, newer, and spicier version/relative of this is Rasasi's Ashaar, but of course Fragrantica hasn't added Ashaar to the database. It’s more piquant with lots of sharp bergamot with cardamom and saffron at the opening, and less boozy. UPDATE: if you want an attar that accentuates the skankier parts of this smell, try Ajmal Fatinah. The note lists have all sorts of other things but it’s just skanky oud really...maybe the hardest oud I’ve smelled. The other notes of Faqat are hinted at in Fatinah too, so it feels like a mirror image of a Faqat haha: both trade one perfume’s hints for the other’s strongs haha.

In general, I like to push the boundaries when it comes to perfumes. I remember that I didn’t initially like the oud note when I first tried M7 all those years ago (which also had a strong myrrh component; that might have contributed to my initial dislike). So, naturally, I thought I needed a more “authentic” oud, but one that wouldn’t break the bank. That’s how I ended up with Faqat. Boy oh boy, what an experience. Being accustomed to Western “ouds” (like Gucci Oud Intense, Versace Oud Noir, etc.), this one pleasantly surprised me. It has such a captivating and sexy aroma (in my opinion) that you almost feel embarrassed to wear it :) It has a bit of a “barnyard” scent (as Americans might say), but that wood is incredibly sensual and unique. Combined with leather, it becomes something extremely masculine and daring. For the price, they say it’s one of the best ouds (which is why I bought it). I tend to agree. The bottle design is absolutely terrible, but don’t judge it by that—the content is what matters. It was the riskiest blind buy I’ve ever made, but it paid off in full.

I agree with Agonista’s review - Faqat Lil Rijal is really powerful and very masculine scent. There is a lot of Oud here and it can be too harsh for someone, because it starts with some kind of medicinal smell...But I think it is typical for intense oud fragrances. After first 30 minutes, the scent is getting softer and smoother. The dry down is very interesting – when the oud-ish start calms down,a wonderful sense of cleanness is revealing. I think that sense of cleanness comes from the combination oud + musk. There is some nice spiciness in the dry down which make the scent more balanced, but the woody notes are dominant. I can’t detect any geranium or jasmine notes... So if I have to describe Faqat Lil Rijal in a short way it will be like that – very masculine and woody scent with natural and earthy aroma. I love that it’s not synthetic and a weak one, like many designer perfumes. Longativity – excellent - more than 10 hours. Projection/silage – excellent – people around you will smell it for sure. Even hours after first apply, Faqat Lil Rijal is noticeable and powerful.

Purchased it based on the various, rather positive, reviews and I must admit I am happy I did. This is a tamed version of SA Dehn Al Oudh Malaki which represents for me the pinnacle of pure oudh smell. This composition is superbly blended with a fine, calming, rose onto which a mildly harsh leather sits in a powdery form. The fragrance is strong and lasts long on my skin. Eternally on cloths. It is a calming vibe. Will not plese every nose, certainly not the oudh skeptics. The presentation is barely acceptable, with a fake metallic bottle, made of apparently weak plastics. The juice comes in a 50ml size, though the container gives the impression you are holding a full +100ml jar. This is is a 4 season fragrance, as oudh should be, though I recognize western culture will find it inappropriate for usage in warmer seasons. Totally unisex for me, but again we associate this smell to masculine gender. A nivce gem from Rasasi. I strongly sugest oudh lovers to also consider SA Dehn al Oudh malaki,

I think this easily qualifies as a love-it or hate-it fragrance and I happen to love it. There's a bit of funk that can turn people off but I think it's what makes the fragrance so beautiful. The name of the fragrance translates to 'Only For Men' and it plays on that by just being this masculine bomb. No sweet vanilla baked good nonsense in this, just rich woody macho stank in the best way possible. Great performance, incredible price for this quality but the bottle is honestly one of the worst in fragrance history. The little 50ml bottle hiding inside is actually a very attractive slim atomizer that travels nicely in a dopp kit/bag. Pop open the case by sliding a flat screwdriver between the two portions of the case and releasing the pressure fit tabs. Rasasi is really impressing me lately with their scents, my favorite ME house and I'm looking more into their lineup now. Highly recommended scent. 💪

Faqat Lil Rijal by Rasasi was my first true introduction to the world of oud, and what an unforgettable first encounter it was. The oud here is gently animalic—never vulgar or aggressive—yet darkly alluring and utterly captivating. It strikes a perfect balance: mysterious and seductive, but still remarkably wearable. This is the fragrance that made me fall in love with that deep, resinous oud character, and it remains a masterpiece offered at an unbelievable price. Scent: 5/5 Longevity & Projection: 1/1 Presentation: 0/0 Quality/Price Ratio: 2/2 Compliment Factor: 0/1 Uniqueness: 1/1 Overall: 9/10 Office-friendly: No (best for evenings or special occasions) Blind buy: Yes (if you’re ready to explore oud fragrances) Recommended age: 25+ Occasion: Formal evenings, special occasions, night out Season: Fall, Winter, cool Spring evenings

Some people say this is skanky, others say it's smooth. I seriously think that there's been either a reformulation of this or a batch irregularity because I experienced the same thing as well. My first time smelling this was from a sample, and I did NOT like it. My sample was a barnyard fecal oud, and I really wanted to like it but couldn't. Eventually I bought it anyways but upon first applying it it smelled completely different! It was smooth and sexy. I honestly don't know what's going on here, but there seems to be two different versions of this or something. I simply LOVE my version. Smooth, dark, classy, masculine. Scent: A Longevity: 12+ Sillage: honestly can't say. Huge at first, but olfactory fatigue kicks in hard, so I can't tell if it's either really big or settles pretty close. Value: incredible HIGH RECOMMEND

Initially, you can smell a bit of animalic oud from up close for about 10 minutes, but no need to be afraid, afterwards it settles into gorgeous manly heavy oriental. It reminds me Bvlgari Onekh, maybe a bit less sweet. Onekh is a beastmode luxurious fragrance, one of my all-time favourites. At 35 USD, rest assured that Faqat is worth your every penny. Edit: The resemblance to Onekh was more a mental memory than a real thing. Side by side they are quite different. On the other hand Faqat is still a very nice scent. Unfortunate thing is the performance which turned out to be a big letdown for me. The scent is gone in 3 hours tops. Alleged monsterous projection is a thing of past and does not apply for new batches. I still think it is worth the money, unique for western nose, just wish it had a bit more lasting power...

I bought a bottle of this following the reviews and I'm glad I did. It's a powerhouse and anything more than 3 spritz is too much for me, and I like heavily projecting perfumes. It lasts for the whole day on skin, and lasts few days on clothes. I disagree with notes breakdown here, it has oud from beginning to end, and its not barny or animalistic. Oud is mixed very well here and other notes project nicely along the oud. I can smell incense which I don't find in the notes breakdown. There are heavy ambergris and leather notes, and amazing soft smelling saffron, plus some geranium too . I can't smell patchouli and I'm glad I don't. I can't smell musk either. This is an excellent perfume and it is a typical middle-eastern one, it's niche-like and I can't see people complaining unless you overuse it. Highly recommended.

The recreation of oud in this one is incredible. It smells very authentic and the blending is marvelous, but I think you have to be in middle eastern fragrances to appreciate it. At first, I thought there was a rose note, but reading the pyramid there's none of it, so it must be the geranium, which is something totally new for me. Cardamom and saffron are very noticeable the first hour, then they settle down. I'm not sure if the leather is part of the oud accord but in the drydown is more prominent. Very soft type of leather, like velvet. Excellent performance. It smells incredible for its price. This is how oud should be recreate it and not that faint horrible attempts from western houses, in my opinion of course. At this price point, only Ajmal can beat Rasasi. A bargain.

Not sure how nobody else has mentioned this but this somehow reminds me of Armani Prive Rose D'Arabie. I know that FLR doesn't have any official rose notes but I think the geranium and patchouli kinda tricks my nose into thinking this has a jammy rose note to it. The performance isn't the greatest considering the heavy hitters in the note breakdown, but not the worst either. Gives me a decent longevity of 8 hours with 2 hours of above average projection and moderate sillage. Definitely not a day fragrance, neither would I recommend this for the summer heat. Can be annoyingly sweet but a beautiful night time, winter scent that can may not garner many compliments but will definitely keep you cocooned in a warm embrace and then some!! A solid cheapie this one!!

This is a fresh(ish) form of an oud composition. It's also a very smooth transitioning composition, nothing overly experimental or random. Classic perfumery, with a modern edge. I'd wear this for any occasion and for cooler mornings to warmer mid days. Definitely a Spring, Autumn and Winter scent, and cooler/dryer days of summer. Starts off fresh and bright and becomes a creamy oud and patchouli bomb with a good deal of spices. It definitely cuts through the air and sits heavy in the air, great sillage that sticks around. For me it's a perfect oud scent. I'd give it 10/10 easily. Definitely not a blind buy for most, but if you like oud, try this one out. It's not overly exotic, but just exotic enough.

Amazing juice! Rasasi's Faqat Lil Rijal is a true to life interpretation of a "true oud" fragrance. It is not a designer type oud fragrance so common to Western sensibilities. If you're not use to a little skank in your oud this scent may seem a little alien. I get 10+ hours of longevity and 4+ hours of solid projection. After 4 hours the fragrance seems to come and go for another 3+ hours and seems to re-assert itself when recharged by heat and increased body temperature. To me this is one of the best oud-centric fragrances available at this price point. Rasasi has firmly asserted themselves as one of the premier Middle Eastern fragrance houses and continues to impress me with their solid offerings!

Holy sh*t!! I've been putting off this purchase for quite some time now and finally pulled the trigger, blind bought it and absolutely no regrets. This is a very nice oud/leather combo. I love leather but combine it with oud and WOW. I've tried others with this combo but Rasasi killed it here! Niche quality all the way and just BEAST mode. First wearing so need to wear a few more times to really digest but for a first impression I'm completely blown away! Think I might pick up another bottle as back up since I would gladly pay 3x the current price tag before it gets to that point (price has been going up, had a chance a few months ago to buy it for $18! and now the price has doubled).