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The opening is striking, spicy, and exotic. The frankincense brings a dark, mystical touch, while turmeric and pimento provide warmth and sharpness, almost like a spicy perfume with character. It can initially seem a bit intense. After a few minutes, the beginning calms down somewhat, and sweeter and softer elements come to the forefront. Caramel adds a rich, almost gourmand note, while rose and iris give a floral, slightly powdery sheen. Not overly feminized, rather elegant and rich. Vanilla and coumarin round it all off, making it very smooth and pleasantly warm. Akigalawood provides woody depth, darkness, and structure, preventing the scent from becoming too sweet or sticky. The longevity seems excellent; many reports say you can still smell it after many hours on skin and clothing. The projection/sillage is strong but not overly intrusive when dosed properly. Complexity: Many well-composed layers - spicy, sweet, floral, woody - create a varied olfactory experience that evolves over hours and doesn’t become boring over time.

The beginning is opulent and noticeably sweet. Honey and saffron dominate, along with fig and a hint of violet, giving the fragrance a velvety, slightly fruity-floral note. At the same time, spicy and slightly herbal tones (sage) are perceptible, which add some freshness and contrast to the scent.
After a while, the very intense sweet peaks settle down, and the fragrance develops a more floral character. Rose, osmanthus, jasmine, and geranium come to the forefront. The spices (e.g., nutmeg) and the honey transition blend with the flowers, making the aroma denser and more sensual.
In the base, Nefs reveals its deepest side: oud, whiskey, and vanilla mix with leather, amber, cinnamon, and woody notes (cedar, gurjan balsam). Here it becomes warm, sensual, and slightly intoxicating. Many report that this phase lasts particularly long and the fragrance remains very present even hours later.

The fragrance starts with an unusual fruity note - the pear is present, juicy, almost exotic sweet. At the same time, the incense mixes in, giving the scent an immediately mystical, smoky note. The hazelnut serves as a bridge between fruit and smoke, bringing warmth and a slightly nutty foundation. Some find the beginning a bit strong or cumbersome, especially due to the incense and the combination with fruit.
After a while, rose and osmanthus become more prominent, with a creamy, floral progression. The saffron adds spice, depth, an almost velvety layer. Jasmine sambac intensifies the floral aromas, providing warmth and a touch of sweetness, but not overpowering. Overall, the scent becomes complex and richer during this phase.
The base is warm and sensual: sandalwood and vanilla provide a creamy warmth, while the fading floral and spicy elements are embedded in a woody-resinous and sweet embrace. Ambergris and labdanum / cistus bring depth, slightly animalic or smoky notes that make the scent earthier and more refined. Many users report that the longevity is very good, and that the fragrance still shows presence many hours later.

Very spicy-sweet, with a noticeable presence of cinnamon and spices, accompanied by fresh citrus notes. The orange blossom adds a subtle floral touch. The vanilla becomes dominant, creamy, and warm. The gourmand components like praline and candied almond round it off and give the fragrance an "edible" sweetness. At the same time, musk and woody notes provide depth and a bit of earthiness, so the scent does not come across as flat or one-dimensional. Overall above average. Althair has very good projection and longevity. However, there are also indications that for some wearers, the longevity decreases over the hours, and the scent then stays more "on the skin."

Sweetie Aoud is a masterfully composed gourmand oud with buttery pastry sweetness, floral elegance, and a signature oud finish typical of Roja. It unfolds round and opulent and seductive.
Perfect for fragrance lovers who appreciate luxurious and extraordinary gourmands.
A rich butter and pastry accord paired with a subtly creamy oud touch.
Performance and complexity are outstanding!