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Sheikha

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Orientica Sheikha is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Sheikha opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Cream, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Orientica's Sheikha carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This is a truly divisive one, people are getting everything from blueberry cupcakes and Dr. Pepper to elegant vanilla or baby powder. Expect a sweet, creamy, vanillic experience, but don't be surprised if your nose picks up something completely different. It's affordable, charming, and certainly a conversation starter.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Sweet
  • Gourmand
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
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Sheikha Eau de Parfum bottle
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Manifesto by Yves Saint Laurent
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its sweet and creamy profile makes it excellent for casual wear or even a relaxed date. While some found it office-safe, its gourmand leanings and moderate-to-strong projection mean it might be a bit much for very formal or professional settings. It's definitely not for sport.

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.

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Other declarable allergens

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

About

Sheikha opens with a surprising mix of green freshness and the subtly tart redcurrant leaf, which some interpret as fruity berry notes. Soon, it settles into a creamy heart of lily of the valley and jasmine, softening the initial green edges. The base is an indulgent blanket of vanilla and tonka bean, supported by smooth sandalwood and cedar, creating a sweet, woody, and almost gourmand dry down.

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