Wisal Dhahab
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Essence Rare
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This powerhouse Middle Eastern rose fragrance with juicy fruit and woody depth is a total crowd-pleaser for some, yet a 'generic synthetic' nightmare for others. It commands attention and lasts for ages, making it a love-it-or-hate-it scent for bold personalities.
A modern chypre that's unexpectedly playful yet refined. It's a fruity-woody marvel that many find truly beautiful, though some perceive it as a touch youthful at first.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 13% |
| Floral | 29% | 30% |
| Fruity | 19% | 18% |
| Green | 7% | 8% |
| Sweet | 22% | 22% |
| Warm | 1% | 4% |
| Woody | 17% | 11% |
| Earthy | 7% | 11% |
| Animalic | 9% | 5% |
| Fresh | 15% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong projection mean it's probably too much for the office. Reviews highlight its suitability for special occasions, date nights, and traditional functions, suggesting a leaning towards more formal or intimate evening wear. It's too potent for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
While quite versatile, Essence Rare's vibrant fruitiness makes it a good fit for casual and date settings. Its underlying woody chypre structure ensures it's equally elegant for more formal affairs, although some note performance issues that may require reapplication for extended wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fruity, Citrus accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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