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Eau de parfum
Rasasi Zoya
Gender:
Female
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Rasasi Zoya — Oriental femininity with character
Rasasi Zoya is a women's eau de parfum from the Aliza collection by Rasasi.
The composition combines citrus freshness, spicy nuances, warm balsamic notes and gentle gourmand sweetness to create a distinctive oriental character.
Founded in Dubai in 1979, Rasasi is known for blending the heritage of Arabian perfumery with a contemporary aesthetic.
Zoya continues this tradition: the fragrance is rich, multifaceted and noticeable, while retaining a feminine softness thanks to vanilla, musk and tonka bean.
The fragrance's character and development
Rasasi Zoya opens with a sparkling combination of citrus accords, rum and nutmeg.
Bergamot and orange add juiciness and a bright, almost sunlit mood, while rum brings a deep alcoholic nuance with a touch of sweetness.
As it develops, the fragrance grows warmer and denser. Frankincense and labdanum create a resinous, balsamic heart, while the liqueur accord accentuates its sensuality.
Tonka bean softens the spicy edge, making the scent rounder, creamier and more comforting.
The dry-down is built around vanilla and musk.
This base leaves a soft, sweetly warm impression on the skin and supports a very powerful sillage, making Zoya a striking evening fragrance with an oriental temperament.
Wearability and dosage
Rasasi Zoya is positioned as a fragrance for women who enjoy rich compositions with spicy, resinous and gourmand nuances.
The eau de parfum is especially suitable for evenings, cool weather, dates, formal occasions or intimate gatherings when you want to leave a distinctive fragrant impression.
Because of its very powerful sillage, the composition should be applied sparingly: the exact number of sprays for skin and clothing is not specified in the available information.
It is best to start with a small amount and assess the development after a few minutes, as the warm balsamic and vanilla notes can become especially intense.
Rasasi Zoya fragrance pyramid
The top notes are bergamot, nutmeg, orange and rum. The heart unfolds with frankincense, labdanum, liqueur and tonka bean.
Vanilla and musk remain in the base, creating a soft, warm and long-lasting sillage. In terms of olfactory character, the fragrance belongs to the citrus and oriental families.
Balsamic, boozy, gourmand, musky and spicy accents are also prominent in its structure.
What to compare it with and who will enjoy it
For those who choose rich oriental compositions with a spicy, boozy character, Rasasi Zoya may evoke the overall mood of YVRA 1958 1965 L'Essence de Flamboyance, Roja Parfums Pierre de Velay No.
6 or Nabeel Acqua di Nabeel Absolute. At the same time, Zoya stands out with its combination of a citrus opening, frankincense, liqueur and a vanilla-musk base.
This fragrance will appeal to fans of a noticeable sillage and expressive compositions that unfold gradually and transform beautifully on the skin.
If you enjoy oriental fragrances with a citrus sparkle, resinous depth and a sweetish finish, Rasasi Zoya deserves a place in your fragrance wardrobe.
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