Afnan 2020 EDP

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Souvenir Desert Rose

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Afnan Souvenir Desert Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Souvenir Desert Rose opens with Musk and Fruity Notes, settles into a heart of Powdery and Mango, and dries down to a base of Citrus, Amber, and Sandalwood. Afnan's Souvenir Desert Rose carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Prepare for a divisive experience. Souvenir Desert Rose is an unapologetically potent, sweet tropical bomb that leaves no room for subtlety. You'll either adore its loud, fruity musk or find it utterly overwhelming.
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  • Cozy
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$26.95 at FragranceShop.com 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check price on → Check prices ↓
Souvenir Desert Rose Eau de Parfum bottle
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes54%
Musk46%
Heartas listed
Mango57%
Powdery43%
Baseas listed
Amber37%
Citrus34%
Sandalwood29%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and beastly sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, where it would easily overwhelm. While potent, it can work for dates or evening casual wear, but its intense sweetness means it's not ideal for formal settings or any physical activity.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, AQUA (DM WATER), PARFUMS, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, D-LIMONENE, LINALOOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Souvenir Desert Rose opens with a blast of aggressive, syrupy fruit, dominated by tropical notes that lean towards candied mango. As it dries, a heavy powdery musk emerges, backed by warm amber and a creamy sandalwood base. Citrus notes attempt to cut through the sweetness but are largely subsumed by the dense, cloying blend.

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Where to buy

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