Top Notes 
Orange
Lemon
Heart Notes 
Cardamom
Rose
Cinnamon
Jasmine
Orange blossom
Base Notes 
Vanilla
Patchouli
Amber
Cashmere wood
Musk
Sandalwood
Skrwail
21 Reviews
Skrwail
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A beautifull hidden original creation didnt get to Shine.
-What is Qidwah?
"Qidwah" is an Arabic word meaning a role model or a guide. However, this fragrance seems to have lost its way under the label of "a dupe house creation." I don’t blame anyone for thinking this way—I initially thought the same about Qidwah. I assumed it was a clone of Mancera's Rose Vanille, as it had been a while since I last tested that fragrance. Seeing the rose note and reading some reviews, I was convinced it was a dupe. Some even claim it’s a clone of Montale's Musk Rose, but in reality, there’s no real similarity. The only commonality is the rose note, nothing more.
-Backstory:I purchased this fragrance last year as a blind buy for around $25. The bottle comes in a sliding box with a pouch containing the fragrance. The presentation is decent—the atomizer works fine, though the cap isn’t sturdy enough to lift the bottle by. The bottle itself is made of thick glass with a metal plate displaying the name.
-The Fragrance:It opens with a strong blast of a mandarin-like scent, accompanied by an acidic note that adds some sparkle to the opening. The rose emerges quickly, not waiting long to reveal itself. Over time, the fragrance develops into a spicy, woody aroma. The vanilla is present but not dominant—it adds depth and sweetness, but I hardly detect it. The amber adds more character, creating a beautiful scent that, in my opinion, is much better than Rose Vanille. Despite initially thinking Rose Vanille was the original, I was clearly mistaken.Performance and Sillage:On my skin, the fragrance performs well, with above-average sillage for nearly three hours and great longevity. I would estimate it lasts around 8 hours, though your results may vary depending on your skin, climate, batch, etc.
-Final Thoughts:I hadn’t planned to write a review, but yesterday I went to a shop where I bought Le Male Le Parfum. While there, the salesperson mentioned they had a Mancera Rose clone (supposedly Ajwaa), which I didn’t like. He then offered me Rose Vanille, but after spraying it, I realized it had nothing to do with Qidwah. I contacted Ard Al Zaafaran and learned that Qidwah is an original blend, which made me appreciate it even more. If you enjoy rosy but not overly feminine, spicy, citrusy, woody, and musky scents, this one is beautiful.
"Qidwah" is an Arabic word meaning a role model or a guide. However, this fragrance seems to have lost its way under the label of "a dupe house creation." I don’t blame anyone for thinking this way—I initially thought the same about Qidwah. I assumed it was a clone of Mancera's Rose Vanille, as it had been a while since I last tested that fragrance. Seeing the rose note and reading some reviews, I was convinced it was a dupe. Some even claim it’s a clone of Montale's Musk Rose, but in reality, there’s no real similarity. The only commonality is the rose note, nothing more.
-Backstory:I purchased this fragrance last year as a blind buy for around $25. The bottle comes in a sliding box with a pouch containing the fragrance. The presentation is decent—the atomizer works fine, though the cap isn’t sturdy enough to lift the bottle by. The bottle itself is made of thick glass with a metal plate displaying the name.
-The Fragrance:It opens with a strong blast of a mandarin-like scent, accompanied by an acidic note that adds some sparkle to the opening. The rose emerges quickly, not waiting long to reveal itself. Over time, the fragrance develops into a spicy, woody aroma. The vanilla is present but not dominant—it adds depth and sweetness, but I hardly detect it. The amber adds more character, creating a beautiful scent that, in my opinion, is much better than Rose Vanille. Despite initially thinking Rose Vanille was the original, I was clearly mistaken.Performance and Sillage:On my skin, the fragrance performs well, with above-average sillage for nearly three hours and great longevity. I would estimate it lasts around 8 hours, though your results may vary depending on your skin, climate, batch, etc.
-Final Thoughts:I hadn’t planned to write a review, but yesterday I went to a shop where I bought Le Male Le Parfum. While there, the salesperson mentioned they had a Mancera Rose clone (supposedly Ajwaa), which I didn’t like. He then offered me Rose Vanille, but after spraying it, I realized it had nothing to do with Qidwah. I contacted Ard Al Zaafaran and learned that Qidwah is an original blend, which made me appreciate it even more. If you enjoy rosy but not overly feminine, spicy, citrusy, woody, and musky scents, this one is beautiful.
Skrwail
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