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Which Should You Buy?
Faqat Lil Rijal is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, an unapologetic oud and leather bomb from Rasasi. If you're after a full-throttle Middle Eastern experience on a budget, and not afraid of a bit of barnyard skank, this is your ticket. Just be warned, it's not for the faint of heart, or nose.
This one's a proper old-school charmer, instantly recognisable to anyone who grew up with Imperial Leather soap. It's a clean, sophisticated, barbershop scent; subtle yet enduringly classy, evoking a bygone era of refined masculinity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 3% |
| Floral | 23% | 31% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 7% | 6% |
| Sweet | 17% | 11% |
| Warm | 15% | 8% |
| Woody | 18% | 13% |
| Earthy | 17% | 22% |
| Animalic | 21% | 33% |
| Fresh | 7% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This is a serious powerhouse, often described as 'beast mode' with immense sillage and longevity, making it completely unsuitable for office wear. Its dark, heavy oud, leather, and warm spicy accords lean heavily towards evening and cooler weather occasions, perfect for making a bold statement on a date or at a formal event.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive character make it suitable for office wear, while the classic, clean profile lends itself to casual settings. Some find it a bit too old-fashioned for a modern date night, and its laid-back nature doesn't quite fit formal events. It's definitely not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Leather, Fresh Spicy, Patchouli accords and Musk, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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