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Al Wataniah Massad is a 2024 unisex eau de parfum created for those who appreciate expressive oriental compositions with a woody character.
The fragrance belongs to Al Wataniah, a perfume house that reveals modern Arab culture through elegant, rich and memorable scents.
The release is part of the Niche Collection, combining an oriental mood with woody depth.
Massad is not defined by gender: its character can unfold differently on women's and men's skin while maintaining an overall atmosphere of warmth, spice and noble richness.
Massad's composition is built around a contrast of dry woody tones, spicy nuances and soft gourmand sweetness.
The fragrance makes a noticeable, full-bodied impression from the very start, then gradually becomes rounder, more velvety and enveloping.
A tea accord, cardamom and fig create its distinctive mood, coming together in a spicy-fruity opening with a slight astringency and pleasant creamy softness.
As it develops, the scent takes on a powdery balsamic facet, while the finish becomes warm thanks to woody and vanilla nuances.
According to the available perfume data, Massad has very strong sillage.
This is a fragrance with a noticeable presence, making it especially suitable for evenings, cool weather, formal occasions and situations when you want to emphasize your individuality.
The eau de parfum develops intensely, so it is best to adjust the dosage gradually, taking the temperature, clothing and characteristics of your skin into account.
No precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing are available for this release, so it is sensible to start with a small amount and see how the composition behaves throughout the day.
If you enjoy rich oriental fragrances with a woody, spicy and amber-balsamic atmosphere, take a look at V Canto Curaro.
For further exploration in the same direction, you could also consider The Spirit of Dubai Bahar and The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
They will help you compare different interpretations of oriental luxury, richness and expressive sillage.
Al Wataniah Massad will appeal to those who love fragrances that do not simply blend into an overall look but shape its mood.
This is a warm, spicy-woody and slightly gourmand perfume with a distinctive oriental accent, designed for a confident presence and an unhurried development.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The top notes of Massad open with black tea, cardamom, and fig. Tea adds astringency and depth to the composition, cardamom brings dry spice, while fig lends a soft fruity nuance.
The heart reveals iris, labdanum, and vetiver. Iris gives the accord a smooth, powdery quality, labdanum enhances its balsamic warmth, and vetiver adds a dry, woody-earthy nuance.
The base is composed of patchouli, sandalwood, tonka bean, and vanilla. As a result, the dry-down is rich, warm, woody, and softly sweet, with a long-lasting trail.
In character, the composition combines oriental and woody facets with balsamic, spicy, floral, fruity, and gourmand nuances.
Massad unfolds with depth and gradually, transitioning from tea-and-spice freshness to a soft woody base.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Al Wataniah |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Website | http://www.abcfragrances.com/fragrance/al-wataniah/5/T |
| Year of production | 2024 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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