Al Zahra Aswad
Fragrance notes
Character
Al Zahra Aswad opens with pink pepper and bergamot over hedione. The pepper brings a light, dry bite that keeps the citrus from feeling bright or juicy. Bergamot adds a clean lift that settles quickly, while hedione smooths the edges so the entry feels airy rather than sharp. This stage stays close to the skin and moves forward without drawing attention to itself.
The heart builds on two rose varieties and Egyptian jasmine. Bulgarian and Turkish rose give a full, slightly dew‑damp floral tone that is present without becoming heavy. Jasmine adds a white floral softness that rounds the petals and keeps the blend from leaning too green. The flowers sit together in a steady layer that reads as classic and composed, with no single bloom pushing ahead of the others.
Bourbon vanilla and amber form a warm, powdery base that carries the roses and jasmine forward. Vanilla adds a sweet, creamy weight that feels smooth rather than sugary, while amber deepens the blend with a resinous, slightly golden tone. The powdery accord sits over both, giving the drydown a soft finish that lingers on fabric and skin. Rose and vanilla continue to intertwine, with the amber adding just enough warmth to keep the floral side from feeling cool, and the vanilla softening every edge the pepper once provided
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