Swiss Arabian EDP

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Swiss Arabian Barq is an Eau de Parfum. Barq opens with Orange, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Woody Notes and Rose, and dries down to a base of Brown Sugar, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Swiss Arabian's Barq carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This Arabian oil is a warming, gourmand delight that manages to be both familiar and exotic, though some find its intense spiciness a bit much. It's a fantastic entry point into Middle Eastern perfumery that punches *way* above its weight for the price point.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Cozy
  • Bold
Barq Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Woody Notes55%

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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent, gourmand nature, with significant projection reported by users, makes it less suitable for professional office settings or active sports. However, its aphrodisiac quality and expensive-smelling blend make it ideal for dates and evening events, while still being versatile enough for casual wear if applied sparingly.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Barq opens with a bold, spicy embrace of cardamom and cinnamon, brightened by a fleeting zest of orange and tangerine. The heart unfolds with a gentle, woody rose, paving the way for a rich, sweet base. Sandalwood and amber provide a creamy depth, while brown sugar and vanilla create a delectable, dessert-like finish, all wrapped in a soft, musky warmth.

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