Al Haramain Perfumes 2018 EDP

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Batoul

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Al Haramain Perfumes Batoul is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Batoul opens with Woody Notes, Spicy Notes, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Cashmere Wood and Leather, and dries down to a base of Amber and Vanilla. Al Haramain Perfumes's Batoul carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Batoul is a divisive beast: a rich, woody-amber oil that polarises with its strong projection and distinct Middle Eastern style. You'll either love its opulent warmth and lasting presence or find it too heavy and cloying, with some even reporting a 'burnt plastic' note.
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  • Bold
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  • Luxurious
  • Warm
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Batoul Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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.

Notes

Top

Woody NotesWoody NotesSaffronSaffronSpicy NotesSpicy Notes

Heart

LeatherLeatherCashmere WoodCashmere Wood

Base

VanillaVanillaAmberAmber

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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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This is a heavy, projecting oil best suited for evenings and special occasions where its sillage won't overwhelm. Its strong presence and warm, spicy nature make it less appropriate for an office environment or casual daytime wear, but perfect for a cold weather date or formal event.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

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Batoul opens with a bold fusion of woody notes and warm spices, swiftly joined by the distinctive richness of saffron. The heart unfolds into a deep, luxurious leather softened by plush cashmere wood, creating an enveloping, textural warmth. It settles into a rich base of sweet amber and creamy vanilla, leaving a lingering, opulent trail with an intriguing undertone of animalic powder.

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