81%
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Kawthar Eau de Parfum bottle Kawthar
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Kawthar
Kawthar is a divisive one. Some find it a powerful, smoky oud bomb - deeply mysterious and masculine. Others detect a gentle, fleeting rose, a soft ambergris skin scent. Ultimately, it’s a gamble, but potentially a cheap thrill for the oud-curious.
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Our Verdict - Roses
Divisive, potent, and polarising - Al Haramain's Roses is a no-holds-barred rose bomb. You'll either adore its realistic, strong rose essence or find its intensity overwhelming and synthetic. Best approached with caution and a light hand.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 3%
Floral 42% 60%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 2% 3%
Sweet 17% 21%
Warm 5% 1%
Woody 2% 1%
Earthy 7% 0%
Animalic 40% 28%
Fresh 15% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Kawthar EdP
Roses EdP

Notes

Kawthar
Roses

Top Notes

Top Notes

Base Notes

Base Notes

Only in Kawthar
Rose 100%
Only in Kawthar
Ambergris 100%

Accords

Kawthar Roses
100%
Oud
81%
Rose
100%
84%
Amber
62%
Animalic
34%
60%
Woody
Musky
56%
52%
Balsamic
45%
Floral
51%
45%
Powdery
43%
Oud
100%
Rose shared
81%
100%
84%
Animalic shared
62%
34%
60%
56%
52%
Floral shared
45%
51%
Powdery shared
45%
43%

Performance

Kawthar Roses
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Kawthar

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given the strong, smoky oud and animalic accords, this scent leans away from office wear. It’s perfect for intimate dates or intriguing formal events where its unique character can shine, and some find it suitable for casual wear given its oil format and often moderate projection.

Roses

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its immense longevity and sillage make it challenging for office wear, though a very light application might pass. It excels in casual settings where its bold character can shine without overwhelming, and can be intriguing on a date. However, its intensity generally makes it less suitable for formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
81%
Olfactory
91%
Notes
78%
Accord
54%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Animalic, Floral accords and Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Kawthar
Roses
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