Smell like yourself: 5 trending second skin scents
There are days when you don't want to smell like perfume. You want to smell like yourself. Clean ski...
Emanuel Dubai Karma Black is a 2023 men's eau de parfum from Emanuel Dubai, a fragrance brand from the UAE.
The fragrance belongs to the Karma collection and is built around a fougère profile with amber, aromatic, citrus, green, musky, spicy and woody nuances.
The name Karma Black gives the composition an expressive, composed character.
It is a fragrance for a man who appreciates the contrast between a fresh opening, a cool aromatic heart and a dense, warm finish.
The top notes open with a citrus duo of bergamot and mandarin, joined by mint and spicy cardamom.
This opening feels bright, cool and dynamic, creating a memorable first impression.
Lavender lies at the heart of the composition. It reinforces Karma Black's fougère character and connects the fresh top accords with the rich base.
The final accord is built around amber, patchouli and musk.
The amber accent adds warmth and depth, patchouli brings a dry woody-earthy facet, while musk makes the sillage more cohesive and long-lasting.
According to the fragrance listing, Karma Black has very strong sillage.
It is therefore especially well suited to occasions where a distinctive presence is part of the overall look: evening gatherings, events and walks in cool weather.
Emanuel Dubai Karma Black is positioned as a men's fragrance in an eau de parfum concentration.
Specific recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not available, so it is best to increase the dosage gradually: the intensity is noticeable, and applying too much may make the scent feel overly dense.
For everyday wear, consider the setting and the season.
In cool air, the amber-woody base develops with greater volume, while the citrus-and-mint opening helps the composition retain a sense of freshness.
Karma Black will appeal to those looking not for a light daytime cologne, but for an energetic men's fougère with strong sillage and a warm base.
Its character combines the freshness of bergamot, mandarin and mint with lavender's clean quality, the spiciness of cardamom and a deep amber-musk accord.
The perfumer behind the composition is not identified in the available information, but the release's structure clearly reflects Emanuel Dubai's contemporary direction: distinctive, rich and designed to make a strong impression.
For comparison, consider Lancôme Hypnose Homme, as well as Adidas Deep Energy and Dior Eau Sauvage Extreme (2010).
These fragrances offer an opportunity to explore different facets of a fresh, aromatic and woody men's profile.
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 fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
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 opens with bergamot, cardamom, mandarin and mint. Lavender unfolds at the heart, reinforcing the fragrance’s fougère and aromatic character.
The base features amber, patchouli and musk, creating a warm, woody-amber and expressive finish.
Overall, the notes pyramid combines citrus freshness, cool green facets, a spicy accent and rich musky-woody depth.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Emanuel Dubai |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Year of production | 2023 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
No one has rated this fragrance yet. Be the first and help other users.
Upload the original perfume so the community can check against it.
Photograph: the bottle, the sprayer, under the sprayer, under the cap, the packaging, the batch code, and the bottom of the bottle.
Check the quality of the details, the atomizer, the neck, and the glass. #nofakes!
There are days when you don't want to smell like perfume. You want to smell like yourself. Clean ski...
Perfume critic: a rare profession. It is a person who has dedicated their life to studying fragrance...
Some people travel for views, some for food, some for architecture. And then there are trips you com...
Join the Fragsi community and get access to all its features
Thank you! Your vote has been counted, and the fragrance characteristics have been updated.