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Eau de parfum
Bharara Pharaoh Ramesses II
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Bharara Pharaoh Ramesses II — a fragrance with a regal character
Bharara Pharaoh Ramesses II is a unisex Eau de Parfum released in 2025.
This fragrance was created by Bharara, a niche perfume house shaped by the aesthetics of Dubai and the rich fragrance traditions of the Arab world.
Even its name suggests the scale of the composition: Pharaoh Ramesses II was conceived as an expressive, rich and noticeable fragrance for those who enjoy a dramatic presence.
Its olfactory profile brings together oriental, leathery, ambery, balsamic, gourmand, spicy and woody facets.
The result is a dense composition with a warm, resinous and slightly smoky mood.
It is not intended to blend quietly into the background, so it feels especially at home in cool weather, in the evening and whenever you want to emphasize your individuality.
The pyramid and development of the composition
The top notes of Pharaoh Ramesses II open with a combination of cocoa, labdanum and saffron.
The sweet-bitter gourmand nuance of cocoa meets the tart resinousness of labdanum and the spicy expressiveness of saffron, creating a deep and intriguing opening.
Gradually, cinnamon, a leather accord and tobacco emerge in the heart, making the scent warmer, drier and more textured.
The base reveals the fragrance’s ambery-woody character through amber, oud and patchouli.
These notes create a rich, noble and long-lasting-feeling finish in which the oriental theme develops with particular conviction.
An important role is played by the contrast between cocoa’s gourmand softness, the spices and the dense leathery-woody tones.
Character, sillage and wearability
Pharaoh Ramesses II is presented as a unisex fragrance, so its character may unfold differently on men’s and women’s skin.
It will appeal to fans of expressive oriental compositions, leather, tobacco, oud and warm amber accords.
The fragrance has a very powerful sillage: it is noticeable in its surroundings and can become the defining accent of an outfit.
Because of the composition’s high intensity, it is best to adjust the dosage gradually, taking your skin, the weather and the size of the space into account.
No precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing have been provided for this release, so it is sensible to start with a small amount and add more later if needed.
Pharaoh Ramesses II is especially impressive on fabric and skin in cool air, where its spicy, resinous and woody facets unfold with greater volume.
The perfumer and Bharara’s style
The composition was created by Julien Rasquinet, a perfumer entrusted here with combining the gourmand appeal of cocoa with leathery austerity, oriental richness and woody depth.
This combination makes the fragrance multifaceted: it is simultaneously spicy, dark, warm and distinctly charismatic.
For a similar atmosphere, you may also want to explore The Spirit of Dubai Meydan, as well as Boadicea the Victorious Majestic and Nabeel Acqua di Nabeel Absolute.
They may appeal to those who enjoy oriental compositions with a rich sillage and an emphasis on an opulent, decorative character.
At the same time, Pharaoh Ramesses II stands out through its combination of cocoa, tobacco, leather, oud and saffron, making it easy to recognize among more airy fragrances.
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