Turathi Blue by Afnan

First day with this Afnan bomb. The opening is a sharp grapefruit, a bit synthetic, but the quality is surprising for the price. It doesn’t smell as artificial as other Arab scents, like CDN Intense. As it dries down, the citrus calms and leaves a clean musk with wood. It’s clearly a clone of Bvlgari Tygar, but with a more serious and mature vibe, ideal for those looking for something beyond the typical mall scent. Strong performance for the first two hours and it lasts a decent 7-8 hours on my skin. It’s not eternal, but for a citrus DNA, it performs above average. A good everyday perfume, for work or outings; it’s the kind of versatile scent that doesn’t bother anyone.

To the point: Does it smell good? Yes. Does it resemble Tygar? To some extent, yes, but clearly in lesser proportions. The opening is citrusy, quite fresh, with acceptable quality. Then the woody notes appear, and to be honest, that’s where it practically stays. There isn’t much more evolution; the perfume remains fairly linear. With Tygar, the story is different: it evolves more, changes over the hours, and the quality difference is quite noticeable. Of course, we’re also talking about a much more expensive perfume. Do I recommend it? Yes. It works very well for a hot summer. It smells pleasant, is affordable, and has an average longevity of about 5 hours, with a projection close to an hour and a half. That said: don’t buy it expecting it to be a real Tygar clone. Better to take it for what it is: a fresh, pleasant, and accessible fragrance for daily wear.

The opening is quite pleasant and feels like good quality. Bright citrus but not sharp… I don’t see almost any negatives. I’d give it an 8.5/10. Call me crazy, but strangely it reminds me of the scent of Jean Loup Azzur by Maison Alhambra. Recommended if you don’t have a summer fragrance yet and with a citrus/clean aromatic profile.

Extraordinary… in the vein of Bleu de Chanel EDP. I’m buying it again, yes or yes.

100% satisfying. I haven’t tried the original Tygar, but I know Bleu de Chanel inside and out; it’s not a 1:1 clone, but something between the EDT and EDP. Very masculine, with a potent citrus opening that fades quickly, leaving behind strong patchouli and musk that lasts longer. It’s not impressive, but not flat either. It’s a quality Arabic scent without that typical alcohol or bubblegum taste. Smells great and works for everything, though the longevity is short (3-4 hours on skin, 1-2 hours projecting). Versatile, affordable, and high quality. It’s a real crowd-pleaser and I’ve gotten tons of compliments. Worth it, just keep in mind it doesn’t last long.

The only Arab fragrance along with Jasoor by Lattafa that I’ve praised. At first I didn’t like it because I considered it too linear and I truly had high expectations based on what I’d read in reviews. I rejected it in a swap and then smelled it again later, and it captivated me, so I ended up accepting it. At first my girlfriend said it smelled like ‘dad’ or ‘grandpa’, then I stopped using it for a while due to the cold weather and took it out again in spring/summer to wear it for my professional practice. Only praise, positive comments, and my girlfriend loved it without knowing it was the same perfume. Totally recommended.

It lasts, projects well, is elegant, and everyone loves it. It has that Bleu de Chanel vibe. Beautiful perfume, great purchase, perfect for everyday wear. If you’re looking for a single all-rounder without breaking the bank, this is the one I recommend.

I don’t know the Bvlgari Tygar, but I absolutely love this one. It smells delicious, fresh, and elegant. The packaging and bottle are top-notch; the scent feels like a high-end, fine fragrance. I’d wear it during the day, from casual outings to formal events. Performance isn’t its strongest suit, so if you get the chance, grab a backup; the price is great and makes it worth it. Longevity tops out around 6 hours, but it projects well for the first hour and a half to two. If the performance were better, this would definitely be in my top 5.

Incredible. It’s the best fresh Arabic perfume I’ve ever smelled. It has a slightly formal profile but is super versatile—totally all-terrain. The scent is a fusion of citrusy grapefruit with a sophisticated spicy and woody base. The citrus reminds me a lot of Dolce & Gabbana The One, that spice-citrus combo is one of the best, thanks to the quality of the notes. Since it’s fresh, I didn’t have high expectations for longevity, but I was pleasantly surprised by both how long it lasts and its projection. On my skin, it lasts about eight hours, projecting intermittently starting from the second hour. If you’re looking for something fresh, elegant, and versatile to be your signature scent for any occasion, I definitely recommend it.

I bought this thinking it was identical to Bvlgari Tygar, but it’s almost the same, just with a different opening. Later, in the heart notes and dry down, I can tell they are identical.

I love this fragrance. I hadn’t heard of Tygar until today, and I’m telling you, it’s 96% similar. The difference lies in the opening. Not to sound humble, but I think this Turathi actually smells better than its own inspiration.

Half full or half empty: a unique, citrusy, spiced, and rich aroma, far from mainstream. I love the freshly cut red pepper note at the start. But it doesn’t smell like a common perfume, doesn’t get compliments, and gets confused with mosquito repellent. It’s like a divided glass, I recommend not buying blind.

I bought it this summer and have been testing it little by little. At home, post-shower, it’s something light. I see it as a dark citrus; the grapefruit feels great. The curious part: yesterday I sprayed two sprays on my forearm to play padel, and while playing, exquisite and seductive bursts came. I thought who smelled so good until I realized it was me. That’s when I understood the richness: it has two aromas, the close-up one and the one left in the air. The one in the air is the good one.

INCREDIBLE, I love it and it surprised me too much. On my nose, it’s a grapefruit and ginger bomb, with juicy grapefruit predominating. I tested it today at 26 degrees at 2 PM in Buenos Aires, humid, and it’s exquisite. I think it’s versatile but more for relaxed days, hanging out with friends, informal/casual. We’ll see on performance, but for price and QUALITY it’s a 10/10. It reminds me of the Bensimon Brave EDT available in Argentina but much more evolved. Total madness, I’d buy it again without doubt.

Excellent, rich, and elegant. The original Tygar is deeper but costs ten times as much. A great blue for hot weather.