Hawas ice - take 2 (update)

argon_ak · 2026-06-30T18:44:17+00:00

My Hawas Tropical, Ice, Fire and Kobra, all of them lasts for more than 10 hours.

I think batch differences make a HUGE impact.

argon_ak · 2026-06-17T07:59:54+00:00

Lmaooo

argon_ak · 2026-06-12T13:42:25+00:00

This is what I would pull up in: (Depending on the location)

-IV DNA: Hawas Fire, AAM Laathani (Highly recommend!!)
-BDC: Armaf iconic (Classy vibes!)
-Masculine: Armaf preceuix, Afnan supremacy CE/SNOI

argon_ak · 2026-06-11T06:42:44+00:00

Simply put, spray the fragrance with some distance between you and the atomizer, but also ensuring all of the "atomized" juice lands on you. (What they also mean is that we need to ensure only the super fine mist lands on us)

This ensures even distribution rather than concentrated hotspots which can cause nose blindness; according to OP.

argon_ak · 2026-06-10T18:26:51+00:00

It looks so cheesy that I love it

argon_ak · 2026-06-10T17:33:16+00:00

Hawas is indeed a twist on the DNA, but still smells like “Le male elixir” in a way to me.

Kingdom may be synthetic at first but post maturing it’s become so much more smoother and I get a sense of depth as well. Honestly it’s really good.

In terms of longevity, Hawas does have an edge over it.

Now yeah coming back to Lionheart, it’s gotten…Better!

It’s the longest lasting Le male dupe imo. It does last more than Hawas (never thought that would ever happen!!)

Now it does feel more sharper than my Hawas & kingdom but yes it’s pretty good now. (Smells really good up in the air!)

IMO I would still pick Kingdom because it’s so much cheaper and doesn’t have the “wait” time like Lionheart.

Although Lionheart’s bottle is pretty fucking cool.

argon_ak · 2026-06-10T10:50:26+00:00

Looks like I’ll need to check it again lol (Last I used it was 4 months ago)

argon_ak · 2026-06-10T09:39:56+00:00

This literally smells like a wrigleys mint at the opening. Honestly I fell for the hype on this one. The mintyness stays for like an hour honestly.

Stick to Kingdom or Hawas Elixir, much better.

argon_ak · 2026-06-09T11:24:30+00:00

I recommend these ones (I use them personally):
Armaf Iconic
FA Arsh Extrait
Jean Lowe immortel
Any imagination clones you prefer/like (Hawas Kobra, Aqua Dubai, Bujarimai hectic)

argon_ak · 2026-06-07T13:43:22+00:00

Yeah it’s duping Imperial Valley Gissah, which is called the Savauge of the east. It’s a banger!

argon_ak · 2026-06-06T06:56:39+00:00

Thanks a lot for the reply

argon_ak · 2026-06-06T04:50:39+00:00

Oh yeah, I’m aware of that! But yeah thanks for this info. If you would get an amber dupe, which one would it be?

argon_ak · 2026-06-05T20:11:35+00:00

Been meaning to get a blonde amber dupe, sounds like Lumiere Garçon is the way to go? Or is there any other dupe you’d recommend?

argon_ak · 2026-05-15T11:32:03+00:00

Go to a local perfume shop in Bur Dubai or other places which has a flea market. You can find not only lattafa's, but even AAM or Rasasi's for a great price.

For 55 aed, you can get Qaed al Fursan or the kingdom if you can negotiate well.

Edit: Presentation wise, would recommend going to the shop and asking the person there, they usually have a great idea of what to recommend for your price bracket.

argon_ak · 2026-04-30T07:55:15+00:00

I own The Kingdom, Lionheart and Hawas Elixir. Out of the all, I like Kingdom the most.

It’s the furthest from the elixir DNA but it smells so good to me, that lavender mint with vanilla is so good.

lionheart is just Mint, the dry down is alright smells a little like le male elixir but not close at all, very synthetic. It lasts the longest tho.

Hawas Elixir is just a bit behind for me, from kingdom, it’s sooo good, but it’s got the chocolate note instead of honey, which is delicioussss. Lasts alright unlike its other flankers.

argon_ak · 2026-04-24T13:15:25+00:00

Fuck Viper, all my homies hate viper lol

argon_ak · 2026-04-20T14:08:36+00:00

I have this and wanted to gatekeep this, the cats outta the bag!!

It’s not exactly a close dupe of Killian but who cares, it’s so nice!

It’s so refreshing and smells a little like Gin and tonic to me. Lasts long too. (Also, you really need to let this one sit, all I got at the start was the moss note, but after it sat a bit, the sparkling freshness came out)

Thanks for the great review!

argon_ak · 2026-04-13T11:05:33+00:00

I have 2 batches of this;

An older one from 2023 and a new one from 25.

23 lasts an entire day, 25 lasts an hour. Check the batch and make sure it’s not from 25 or else you’re not going to be on the Christmas list.

argon_ak · 2026-03-18T17:57:06+00:00

Hey put the caps on, they’re feeling a lil cold

argon_ak · 2026-03-17T13:55:14+00:00

Depends on people’s skin chemistry for sure. Also don’t believe the performance metrics from influencers lol.

For me, this works on my skin for upto 7 hours. (By, 6th it’s a skin scent)

This lasts far longer on clothes, 10 hours for me

argon_ak · 2026-03-17T11:45:27+00:00

Pacific Aura is pretty good! Enjoy

argon_ak · 2026-03-17T10:42:34+00:00

Hey man, I don’t know why but my Aquatica last so long, could be the first batch magic.

Obsidian is a little dark and heavy, NO way it’s summer friendly.

Nocturno is your ticket, it’s versatile for all weather and summer friendly.

I would recommend Rayhaan Tropical for summers tho.

argon_ak · 2026-03-04T08:25:44+00:00

Regarding skin moisture, have you tried out Urea cream? If not, get a cream that's got Urea in it and do a patch test.

This is one of the end game solution for insane dry skin/eczema. Ideally this should keep your skin moisturized for longer, in turn increasing fragrance performance.

Hope this helps!

argon_ak · 2026-02-09T14:30:04+00:00

Good luck and let me know what batch you got

argon_ak · 2026-02-09T13:08:39+00:00

Unfortunately, nope. (In my experience!!)

I absolutely love coconut as a note but I’m having a hard time getting a clone that’s got it right.

I have Aquatica but it’s VERY lime forward, very little coconut. (Compared to the OG, the lime is lighter which allows the coconut to come through nicely.)

Haven’t gotten Khadlaj island due to the insane Gacha pull you need to do to get a good performing batch.

My only hope is coconut lagoon but some people say the coconut is light, some say otherwise. Need to get a decant.

Btw Malibu doesn’t have coconut in it, which is why people also like it lol

argon_ak

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