Ard Al Zaafaran 2021 Edp

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Fakhar Al Oud

Ard Al Zaafaran Fakhar Al Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. The fragrance settles into a heart of Jasmine, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Fakhar Al Oud: Acquired

Fakhar Al Oud is a deep, woody, and intensely polarising scent. You'll either get sophisticated oud and spice or something akin to bug spray or petrol. It's affordable, performs like a beast, and is definitely not for the faint of heart or a blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Woody
  • Mysterious
  • Confident
Fakhar Al Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 8%
Fruity 0%
Green 1%
Sweet 37%
Warm 20%
Woody 29%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 3%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Warm Spicy
56%
Vanilla
51%
Powdery
51%
Oud
48%

Notes

Heart Notes

Balsam 23% Guaiac Wood 20% Sandalwood 16% Cedar 16% Patchouli 13% Jasmine 11%

Base Notes

Vanilla 29% Amber 27% Tonka Bean 24% Musk 19%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal

Given its intense projection and longevity, this isn't suitable for office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is key. It's better suited for formal evenings or cooler weather, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming those around you. Several reviewers mention its strength, advising against more than two sprays.

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About

Opens with an immediate hit of woody spice, featuring prominent saffron and nutmeg before a deep plunge into a forest of guaiac wood, cedar, and sandalwood. The heart is enriched by earthy patchouli and balsamic notes, subtly underlined by jasmine. It settles into a warm, creamy drydown of vanilla, amber, tonka bean and a soft musk, with the woods still lingering prominently throughout its exceptional longevity.

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