Al Awsaaf Perfume 100ml EDP Lattafa

Al Awsaaf is one of Lattafa's most quietly rewarding compositions, a 100ml Eau de Parfum that layers glowing resins, warm spice and dark woods into something that smells far older and grander than its price suggests. Elemi and myrrh give it a golden, temple-like radiance, tonka bean adds a soft sweetness, and a foundation of cedar, oakmoss and oud lends genuine depth. Unisex and unmistakably Eastern, it is a connoisseur's pick hiding in plain sight.

The Scent Journey

The Opening

Elemi resin opens the fragrance with its distinctive lemony-incense brightness, a note that sparkles and smoulders at the same time. Pink pepper adds a rosy fizz while a delicate violet lends a powdery, old-world charm. It is an opening that feels ceremonial and inviting all at once, spicy without any harshness.

The Heart

The heart deepens into a warm weave of spices, dry cedar and softly bitter myrrh. Tonka bean rounds the blend with its almond-vanilla smoothness, and many wearers pick up an impression of cinnamon and honey drifting through this stage. It is rich, cosy and gently mysterious, like a spice cupboard lit by candlelight.

The Dry Down

The base is where Al Awsaaf shows its pedigree. Earthy oakmoss and patchouli meet a restrained, polished oud note, with more cedar and a clean musk holding everything together. The finish is dry, resinous and softly sweet, lingering on skin and clothing with a dignified warmth.

Fragrance Notes

• Top notes: Elemi Resin, Pink Pepper, Violet
• Heart notes: Spices, Cedar, Myrrh, Tonka Bean
• Base notes: Cedar, Musk, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Oud

Longevity and Performance

Al Awsaaf wears close and warm for seven hours or more, with a resinous glow that projects modestly for the first two before becoming an intimate skin scent. It rewards generous application, five or six sprays build a beautiful aura, and it clings to knitwear and coats admirably through the colder months.

When to Wear It

Suited to autumn and winter, when its resins and spices bloom in cold air. It is a wonderful companion for evenings by the fire, family gatherings, mosque and special occasions, and quiet days when you want something contemplative rather than loud. In summer heat it becomes denser, so save it for the cooler half of the year.

Al Awsaaf Within the Lattafa Family

Lovers of resinous depth should also explore Badee Al Oud Oud For Glory for a smokier statement, or Khamrah Dukhan for spice with a gourmand twist. The full range awaits in our complete collection.

About Lattafa

Lattafa Perfumes has been perfuming the world from Dubai since 1980, earning its reputation by making genuinely rich Eastern compositions accessible to everyone. Al Awsaaf sits among its more traditional offerings, a reminder that beneath the viral hits the house remains a master of classic Arabian perfumery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Al Awsaaf very heavy?

It is warm and resinous rather than crushing. It wears closer to the skin than many Lattafa releases, which makes it easy to enjoy daily in winter.

Is the oud note dominant?

No. The oud is a supporting player that adds depth beneath the resins and spices rather than leading the composition.

Can women wear Al Awsaaf?

Absolutely. The violet, tonka and myrrh give it a softness that sits beautifully on anyone.

Is this a good first Arabian-style fragrance?

Yes. It offers an authentic taste of resinous Eastern perfumery at a very gentle price.

Authenticity Guarantee

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Final Thoughts

Al Awsaaf is proof that Lattafa's quieter releases can be its most satisfying. Golden resins, soft spice and a dignified woody base come together in a fragrance that feels crafted rather than manufactured. For the price of a takeaway you get a scent with real soul, and that is a bargain by any measure.