The Spirit of Dubai 2017 EDP

U £££££ Acquired

Haibah

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The Spirit of Dubai Haibah is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. Haibah settles into a heart of Truffle, Green Notes, Amber, and Oakmoss, and dries down to a base of Musk, Earthy, Cedar, and Sandalwood. The Spirit of Dubai's Haibah carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Haibah by The Spirit of Dubai is a beast of an oud. It's gloriously opulent, unapologetically strong, and certainly not for the faint of heart. Expect a highly divisive, love-it-or-hate-it experience that demands attention and appreciation for intense, complex Arabic perfumery.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Haibah Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent 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.

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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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its overwhelming projection and strong, animalic oud and earthy accords, Haibah is far too dominant for an office or casual setting. It shines brightest where its bold and luxurious nature can be appreciated, making it ideal for formal events and impactful date nights.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Opening with a bold, almost animalic oud, Haibah plunges into a rich heart of earthy truffle and dark rose, underscored by green notes that add a surprising dampness. The drydown unveils a deep, musky base where patchouli and creamy sandalwood intertwine with more oud and guaiac wood, leaving a lasting, smoky-sweet incense trail. It truly takes you on a journey, evolving constantly on the skin.

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