Shams Al Emarat Khususi Perfume Oil 10ml Ard Al Zaafaran

Shams Al Emarat Khususi by Ard Al Zaafaran, the much-loved sister brand within the Lattafa family, is a legendary concentrated perfume oil that has been warming wrists across the Gulf for two decades. This 10ml roll-on delivers a rich blend of juicy apple, deep rose, sweet vanilla and smoky oud in a completely alcohol-free format, perfect for handbags, pockets, travel and prayer-safe daily wear. Few fragrances offer this much traditional Arabian character for so little.

The Scent Journey

The Opening

A swipe of the roller releases a bright, fruity welcome of mandarin and crisp apple, quickly softened by a first breath of vanilla. It is sweet, warm and inviting from the very first moment, with none of the sharp alcohol flash of a spray perfume.

The Heart

The heart is classic Arabian romance: velvety rose entwined with creamy ylang-ylang and a swirl of gentle spices, all resting on a bed of amber. The vanilla continues to glow underneath, giving the florals a honeyed, slightly shadowy warmth that smells far dearer than the price suggests.

The Dry Down

Over the hours the oil settles into sandalwood, earthy patchouli and a soft thread of oud, finished with clean white musk. Because it is a concentrated oil, this stage stays close to the skin and unfolds slowly, becoming smoother and cosier as the day goes on.

Fragrance Notes

• Top notes: Mandarin, Apple, Vanilla
• Heart notes: Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Spices, Amber, Vanilla
• Base notes: Sandalwood, Patchouli, Oud, White Musk

Longevity and Performance

Concentrated perfume oils wear differently from sprays: the sillage is intimate, but the endurance is superb. A small application keeps a warm scent bubble around you for six to eight hours, often longer, and the dry down clings to skin well into the evening. A little truly goes a long way, so this 10ml bottle lasts months of regular use.

When to Wear It

Suited to autumn and winter, when the vanilla, amber and oud feel wonderfully cosy, yet gentle enough for year-round wear thanks to its close sillage. Dab it on pulse points for work, prayer, evenings in or as a comforting layer under your favourite spray fragrance. It is also a lovely introduction to traditional attar-style perfumery.

Shams Al Emarat Khususi Within the Lattafa Family

Ard Al Zaafaran sits alongside Lattafa within the same Emirati perfume group, sharing the family's love of rose, vanilla and oud. If this oil's warm sweetness wins you over, try Khamrah for a spiced vanilla in spray form, or Ameer Al Oudh Intense Oud for deeper smoke. Explore everything in our full collection.

About Lattafa

The Lattafa family of brands, including Ard Al Zaafaran, has made the United Arab Emirates a global centre of affordable luxury perfumery. Ard Al Zaafaran specialises in traditional attars and concentrated oils crafted with time-honoured ingredients such as oud, rose, saffron and amber, bottled with the same generosity that made Lattafa famous.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this perfume oil alcohol-free?

Yes, completely. It is a concentrated perfume oil applied with a rollerball, making it skin-friendly and suitable for those who avoid alcohol-based sprays.

Is Shams Al Emarat Khususi unisex?

Yes. The apple and rose lean sweet while the oud and sandalwood add depth, so it wears beautifully on everyone.

How do I apply a perfume oil?

Roll a small amount onto wrists, neck and behind the ears. Reapply as desired; a light touch is all it needs.

Can I layer it with other fragrances?

Absolutely. It makes a superb base layer beneath vanilla, amber or oud sprays, extending their warmth for hours.

Authenticity Guarantee

100% genuine Lattafa stock, dispatched quickly from our UK warehouse with free tracked delivery and backed by our money-back guarantee.

Final Thoughts

Shams Al Emarat Khususi is a pocket-sized piece of Emirati heritage: apple, rose, vanilla and oud blended into a smooth, alcohol-free oil that wears all day. At this price it is an effortless addition to any collection and a charming first step into the world of Arabian attars.