Peppermint

I am venturing into my first review of this fragrance, even though I must admit that it is not easy for me to describe it, as it is so multifaceted and complex.
However, I still want to give it a try, as I believe it deserves more attention.
"Nashwa Oud" is the first fragrance from the house of Arabiyat Prestige that I have tested.
I had heard quite a bit about the brand, but since the fragrances are somewhat hard to find in Germany, I had not yet had the opportunity to test one from this brand.

Some time ago, I received a fragrance package that included a sample of this perfume. I was very curious as it was completely unknown to me until then, and I had not looked at its notes beforehand.

But let's get to the fragrance itself.
Nashwa Oud starts off extremely spicy and oriental.
Right away, I perceive a lot of balsamic, slightly herbal lavender, which gives it a very spicy nuance from the very beginning.
Bergamot joins the lavender, perfectly complementing it with its fresh, subtle sweetness.

While lavender remains very present, bergamot steps back, and the fragrance simultaneously becomes floral, smoky, and very woody.
Rose geranium emerges, bringing a green, slightly citrusy and minty note to the fragrance.
At the same time, frankincense and cedarwood reveal themselves.
The frankincense is very dominant, even though the cedarwood, with its warm, woody, and resinous aroma, clearly stands in the foreground.

In the drydown, oud and patchouli join in.
The oud is by no means animalic, but beautifully soft and warm. Patchouli contributes an earthy, slightly bitter woodiness, which is how the fragrance fades out.

For me, lavender, cedarwood, and frankincense are at the forefront throughout the entire fragrance journey and are the notes I perceive most intensely.

The longevity is very good.
With just 2 or 3 sprays, I can smell it intensely for over 8 hours, and on clothing, even the next day.

Nashwa Oud is a unisex fragrance, but for me, due to its spiciness and strong woody notes, it leans more towards the masculine side.

In summary, I can say that I liked the fragrance.
Although I am not a fan of frankincense and cedarwood, both notes are very harmoniously integrated here and complement the lavender wonderfully.

Despite everything, I will not be purchasing a bottle after testing, as the fragrance is too masculine for me due to the very prominent cedarwood and frankincense.
However, I would recommend testing it if you are looking for a warm, spicy, woody fragrance, if you have the opportunity.
I would advise against a blind purchase, as Nashwa Oud is quite a heavy oriental fragrance that one must like and appreciate.

I spent the entire summer searching for a summer fragrance that could truly convince me. Since I’m not a big fan of fresh scents, I found it difficult to find the right fragrance.
Some time ago, I received a fragrance package, which included a sample of "Pinnace | French Avenue." It’s a scent that completely escaped my notice amid the many new releases this year and last. It is said to be an alternative to "Pacific Chill | Louis Vuitton," which I have not tested yet.

Pinnace starts off very citrusy and fresh.
Immediately, I notice the slightly bitter sweetness of grapefruit, which smells very authentic with its fresh citrus aroma. Alongside it is the zesty sweet note of orange, which perfectly rounds out the fruitiness of the grapefruit.

As the orange takes a bit of a backseat, blackcurrant joins in.
While it is not very dominant, it is certainly noticeable.
The combination is complemented by green mint, which gives the fragrance a refreshing, almost clean nuance and minimal spiciness.

The scent progression is overall very linear.
Only in the drydown does it gain a very pleasant and slightly powdery note from musk, which I particularly enjoy.

Grapefruit and mint are the notes I perceive most intensely, and they remain in the foreground throughout the entire scent journey.

The longevity is good.
I can smell it for about 6 hours, although the intensity diminishes somewhat after 3 to 4 hours.
However, the sillage is only moderate and not very intense.
I would have preferred a significantly stronger projection.

It is a unisex fragrance that neither leans feminine nor masculine.

In summary, I can say that I really liked "Pinnace | French Avenue."
The citrus notes complement each other perfectly with the fresh mint, making it an ideal summer fragrance that fits well into everyday life and any situation, and even in very hot temperatures, it feels refreshing and not overwhelming.
I’m glad to have found a suitable summer fragrance after a long search that could convince me.
Due to the good price-performance ratio, I can only recommend it and will get myself a (admittedly not particularly appealing) bottle after testing.

"Scarlet" is already the sixth fragrance from the Ana Abiyedh line. After I enjoyed "Ana Abiyedh Coral / انا الابيض كورال | Lattafa," I was very curious about Ana Abiyedh Scarlet
It is supposed to be an alternative to "La Rose | Christian Louboutin," a fragrance I have not been able to test yet.
I had looked at the notes beforehand.. black cherry, rose, and caramel.. that sounded like a really beautiful scent to me, which is why I was tempted to buy it blind several times, especially since it is available for relatively little money.
Thanks to my dear "Garnele," who already knew Scarlet and thought I should test it before buying, I waited for its decant, which turned out to be the absolutely right decision, as the scent is quite different from what I expected.

Ana Abiyedh Scarlet starts off peppery with a fruity note that I initially cannot place. After a few seconds, it develops into a sweet dark cherry.
However, the cherry does not smell like a fresh juicy fruit but rather comes across as very synthetic.
After a short time, the cherry completely recedes into the background, while the pepper remains present.
The scent now becomes more floral.
Rose makes an appearance, followed by nutmeg, which adds a slight spiciness.
The rose is very dominant and dark, but it also carries a strange note that reminds me of plastic, giving Scarlet a slightly old-fashioned touch.

In the dry down, patchouli joins in, which together with the rose and pepper allows it to fade warm and slightly earthy.
I do not perceive vanilla and caramel at any point.

For me, the rose is at the forefront throughout the entire scent journey and is the note I perceive most intensely. It makes Scarlet a pure rose fragrance for me.

The longevity is very good.
I perceive it for about 8 hours, even longer on clothing.

Even though it is declared as a unisex fragrance and can certainly be worn by a man, I personally find it to be very feminine.

In summary, I can say that Ana Abiyedh Scarlet did not convince me. I had imagined a sweet, slightly floral fragrance with the cherry in the foreground, which unfortunately is not the case.
Moreover, the combination of rose with pepper and nutmeg does not seem harmonious and is too unbalanced for me.
It is a fragrance that will certainly please many, but I personally would not buy or recommend it as it is too synthetic and lacks that certain something.
Anyone looking for a spicy sweet rose fragrance should definitely test Scarlet, although I would rather advise against a blind purchase.

I had heard a lot about the brand Ayat, but I had never owned or tested a fragrance from them myself. Some time ago, I received a fragrance mail, which included a sample of "Dreaming." Since this is said to be an alternative to "Imagination | Louis Vuitton," I was curious to see how I would like it and how similar it is to the original.

Dreaming starts off very citrusy and fresh.
I immediately perceive lemon and orange, with lemon clearly in the foreground. The orange harmonizes well with the lemon and adds a slightly sweet and fruity note.
However, the lemon does not smell like an authentically fresh and zesty fruit; instead, it unfortunately comes across as extremely synthetic and piercing.

The citrus notes remain present, and after a few minutes, black tea joins in, giving the fragrance a slightly bitter and spicy character.
Ambroxan also makes an appearance, contributing a pleasant aquatic freshness.

The scent progression is very linear.
Lemon and tea are the fragrance notes that I perceive most intensely and that remain consistently in the foreground throughout.
In the drydown, Dreaming develops a slightly soapy note, which is why I like it much better in the later stages than in the opening.

The similarity to Imagination is noticeable; however, it does not match the original in quality and is a lighter and less fruity version of "Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes (Eau de Parfum) | Zara," where the tea note is more pronounced.

The longevity is unfortunately only moderate.
In the first 2 hours, I can perceive it well; after that, it quickly loses intensity and becomes close to the skin. I would have wished for better performance from a fresh fragrance.

"Dreaming" is a unisex fragrance that does not lean towards the feminine or masculine.

In summary, Dreaming is a fresh-aquatic and citrusy fragrance that is very wearable in summer and generally cannot go wrong. It fits any situation and is a refreshing companion that does not disturb or become overwhelming even in very hot temperatures.
Nevertheless, it seems to me to be of rather low quality and too synthetic.
Due to its low longevity, it is not a fragrance I would buy or recommend further.
However, anyone looking for a fresh and light summer scent should definitely give it a try.
I do believe, though, that there are better alternatives available at a comparable price.

I had been searching for a coconut scent that possesses a citrusy freshness and is therefore also suitable for wearing in the summer.
All the previous fragrances I had tested in this direction did not convince me, as they were either too synthetic or reminded me of a bathroom cleaner.
Some time ago, I received a fragrance letter that included, among other things, a sample of "Coconut Lagoon | Ministry of Gourmand." Since I had only heard good things about the scent so far, I was curious to see how I would like it.

"Coconut Lagoon" starts off very citrusy and fresh.
Sweet lemon immediately dominates, complemented by an additional mandarin.
The mandarin contributes a sweet-fruity and zesty nuance from the very beginning, even though the lemon remains the more prominent note.

Lemon and mandarin continue to be present, while after a short time, the coconut makes its appearance. Although it stays more in the background, it is consistently very noticeable and present.
It is very authentic and beautifully creamy.

The scent progression is quite linear.
Only in the drydown does a slightly sweet, subtle apple note come into play, but it hardly plays a role and only appears briefly.

Lemon and coconut clearly stand out throughout the entire progression, with the coconut becoming increasingly prominent and gaining creaminess as time goes on.

The longevity is moderate and could be better for a fresh fragrance.
In the first 2 hours, I perceive it well, but after that, it quickly loses intensity.
I would have wished for better performance here.
However, considering that the scent is available for relatively little money, one can spray it on more frequently without hesitation.

Coconut Lagoon is a unisex fragrance that leans neither feminine nor masculine.

In summary, I really liked "Coconut Lagoon."
It is the perfect summer fragrance, as it combines sweetness, fruitiness, and freshness, with the citrusy coconut note appearing particularly authentic.
The scent seems to be of high quality and, due to its price, is a must-have for the warm season. It is the ideal companion even in very high temperatures because of its freshness.

I have found my summer fragrance with it that I have been searching for a long time, which is why a bottle has joined my collection.
For anyone looking for a fresh and pleasantly sweet coconut-lemon scent for the upcoming summer, I can wholeheartedly recommend this fragrance.