Bakhoor Al Arais

Bakhoor Al Arais is quite a puzzling scent for me. It smells as quite unique, and with some soapy, clean and rétro, fairly pleasant overall. It’s a bit old styled, but in a good and fascinating way. Out of the notes listed, I actually get a citrusy amber (the powdery, quite intoxicating sweet vanilla note featured in hundreds of cheap or low-class arab scents are framed by an untamed harsh soapiness, that fades away when frag dries down): rosewood for sure, some really undefined crisp woods (“cedramber” and the likes), some citrus, a really faint white flowers accord, and most of all, a lot of a really peculiar accord of, basically, spicy musk and ambery imbued woods (which then turns into “spicy vanilla-infused amber”). This accord, which is basically the main structure of Bakhoor first and mid phases, smells subdued and discreet and I’m surprised of the staying power, that is, on the contrary, quite impressive. More than 7 hrs.

I'm a crazed fan of the SA Al Arais entire range.. ESPECIALLY the Mukhallat. This is a related frag in that trio range and Fragrantica doesn't have the Mukhlat in its database which is why I'll review on this. This is vanilla, honey and sweet sweet amber all the way. I have nascent nose in Arabic oils so not too sure about the notes trajectory, but boy this lasts for at least 12 hours, and has immense projection.. to the extent that post 12 hours, it had dried to a vanilla-enhanced skin scent. LOVE THIS, but its not for men, and its not a hot weather day wear. Date evenings, yes ;)

This is a truly beautiful fragrance! It smells like fresh flowers on fire. It has a light vintage soapy touch that brings back old memories. I wish the soapy note was a bit stronger. I wear many perfumes, but I have never loved one as much as Bakhoor Al Arees. On my skin it lasts 8 hours. The sillage is extremely powerful - one spray equals 3 sprays. One spray fills the whole room. It performs best in winter, not suitable for summer. For me 9/10.

Absolutely adore this perfume. Dangerously feminine and reminiscent of the better quality 80's perfumes. Its not aggressive, but its there and its noticeable. I just ordered another bottle! I could see this working on some men, but its definitely (in my opinion) more feminine.

I have the perfume oil which I bought on eBay from a reputable seller and I really like it. I was expecting something strong and almost overwhelming but it's soft, warm but still holds some freshness. Very elegant and discreet, definitely unisex.