Madinah by Al Haramain Perfumes

It barely smells at all and vanishes in a breath, even after a month of maceration. Either it arrived defective or this is for noses that are too developed.

What I notice most is the blend of roses and citrus, which lingers on my skin until the very end. Soft and linear, with a synthetic touch reminiscent of my grandmother’s rose air freshener in the bathroom, but very pleasant. Ideal for everyday wear without standing out or as a base for other rose perfumes. Worth the price, though I prefer other oils from the brand like Dahbha, Nadar, or Sunday. Scent: 7, Longevity: 8, Sillage: 6, Value: 8, Versatility: 9, Overall: 7.

After wearing it for several days, I realized it smells almost identical to Narciso Rodriguez’s Fleur Musc, a budget-friendly and pocket-sized version, very pleasant.

I bought it blind based on the reviews. It’s a scent I’ve liked, a sweet floral between camellia and cherry blossom. I don’t notice anything else and have to press my nose against my skin to smell it, which I didn’t expect from an Arabic perfume. Very faint incense and wood base. Simple and feminine fragrance. Honestly, there are better things out there, but for the price, I can’t ask for more. Although it looks like a spray, it’s a roll-on 15ml, perfect for your bag. Not much more to say; I don’t notice extra notes or think it deserves more praise. It’s great if you want to smell floral and are tired of predictable roses and flowers, it’s a different flower. P.S.: when it dries, that strange flower turns into a nice, youthful, slightly sweet rose, very innocent and pleasant.

According to the official Al Haramain website, the notes are: Top (Rose, Geranium, Davana, Bergamot, Orange), Heart (Rose, Jasmine, Orchid, Clove, Saffron, Sandalwood, Cedar), and Base (Floral, Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, Cedar, Cashmere, Fruity). I really liked it; it’s a cheerful, lively oriental floral that makes me feel great and puts a smile on my face. Even though it’s not quite my style, for me it’s already a great perfume. It doesn’t evolve much; from the start, you can detect the floral soul with a citrus touch of orange and bergamot that lasts a few seconds, then the heart of roses and orchids opens splendidly over a warm, musky amber, all set against a backdrop of spiced woods that frame the flowers. The final dry-down is a beautiful floral accentuating the woods. Intense yet delicately elegant. I liked it, but if you overapply it, it becomes monotonous. With proper application, it’s marvelous—something slightly more feminine, but a man who knows what he likes can wear it too. Longevity is very good, lasting over 8 hours. Sillage is moderate, superior to other oils but not heavy. Perfect for warm or temperate climates and nighttime settings, though if you like it, it also works for mild days. If you enjoy floral orientals, it’s a great option. Cost-performance: “If you don’t try it, it’s because you don’t want to.” Recommended.