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Primitive Forests Ajmal arrived in 2020 — and it was immediately clear this one was here to stay. A unisex fragrance from the spicy, green, and citrus families. The fragrance concentration is eau de toilette.
The birthplace of this fragrance — the United Arab Emirates, a place with a refined nose. Primitive Forests Ajmal — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The composition of Primitive Forests evolves as an expressive line of development, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of Ajmal is evident in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette emphasizes the depth and body this composition needs.
Right at the start you catch invigorating sunny top notes: Green Chord, Lemon and Orange. Exactly these 3 notes shape a sensation of cool purity that gives the fragrance a clear opening statement.
In the middle phase you sense Cardamom, Geranium, Ginger and Marine accord keeping a warm-spicy direction.
The olfactory framework is driven by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Musc and Amber with each one in a clear role. Background accords such as Spicy and Marine add depth to the backdrop.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Green, Citrus, Spicy and Floral. It also reaches into Aquatic, Ambery, Musk and Earthy / Mossy.
Overall Primitive Forests holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best understood through real development.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Ajmal |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Website | http://www.ajmalperfume.com |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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