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Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha
Rasasi

Somow Al Wajaha

Citrus
Fresh
Aromatic
Woody
Patchouli
Earthy
Musky
EDP · 2021 · unisex

Rasasi is an Emirati niche fragrance house known for crafting bold, orientalist compositions that blend Middle Eastern sensibilities with contemporary fragrance design. The brand has built a devoted following for fragrances that prioritize distinctive character over accessibility.

Somow Al Wajaha opens with a bright citrus and leather combination -- bergamot and lemon cut through creamy cashmeran and supple leather, while birch adds a slightly smoky, woody edge. The heart develops into a complex interplay of cedar, vetiver, and jasmine with continued leather presence, creating an animalic, somewhat austere character. The base settles into a dense woody-leather foundation with musk, patchouli, and sandalwood providing earthy depth and subtle sensuality. The fragrance reads as a leather-forward amber-woody with persistent smoky and musky undertones that give it an unconventional, slightly animalic personality.

This is a unisex fragrance suited to those who appreciate structured, leather-centric compositions and aren't looking for comfort or sweetness. It works well in cooler months and evening settings, though the drydown's warm, woody base makes it versatile enough for transitional seasons. If you're drawn to fragrances like The Mystic, The Maverick, and The Cipher, Somow Al Wajaha will likely appeal to your sensibilities.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
70%
Fresh
30%
Aromatic
27%
Woody
100%
Patchouli
19%
Earthy
32%
Musky
60%
Leather
100%
Smoky
80%
Creamy
19%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Bergamot
Bergamot
A sun-ripened Italian citrus with a brightness that goes beyond lemon, simultaneously tart, floral, and slightly spicy. It's the defining note of Earl Grey tea and the backbone of countless fresh colognes. Perfumers love it as an opener because it lifts the entire composition without overpowering what follows.
Birch
Birch
Tarry, smoky, and distinctly medicinal, birch tar (used in classic leather fragrances) has an almost petroleum-like quality that creates unmistakable leather accords. Birch leaf, by contrast, is clean and green. Birch tar is not for the timid: it's the note that makes old-school Russian Leather fragrances smell like what they are.
Cashmeran
Cashmeran
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Lemon
Lemon
Sharp, clean, and instantly familiar, the pure zest of fresh-cut lemon peel, not the sugary juice. In perfumery it reads as crisp and energising rather than sweet, and is often used to amplify other light notes. It fades quickly, so it's almost always a top note that makes a striking first impression.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Cedar
Cedar
Jasmine
Jasmine
Intoxicating, heady, and slightly animalic, jasmine is one of the few flowers that smells as rich in a bottle as it does climbing a garden wall at dusk. It has an almost fleshy, indolic quality that stops it reading as purely 'clean.' Jasmine is a workhorse in both feminine and masculine perfumery, adding depth and soul.
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Petitgrain Paraguay
Petitgrain Paraguay
Vetiver
Vetiver
Earthy, smoky, and complex, vetiver root is extracted from a grass native to India and has a scent that is simultaneously rooty, woody, and slightly lemony. It's one of perfumery's great base notes: tenacious, unisex, and endlessly adaptable. A fragrance built around vetiver feels grounded and deeply confident.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Birch
Birch
Tarry, smoky, and distinctly medicinal, birch tar (used in classic leather fragrances) has an almost petroleum-like quality that creates unmistakable leather accords. Birch leaf, by contrast, is clean and green. Birch tar is not for the timid: it's the note that makes old-school Russian Leather fragrances smell like what they are.
Leather
Leather
One of perfumery's most complex accords, smoky, animalic, and slightly woody, evoking tanned hide, polished saddles, or fine gloves depending on the recipe. Leather adds sophistication and edge simultaneously, and is deeply associated with masculinity in Western perfumery (though the best leather fragrances transcend gender entirely).
Musk
Musk
The base layer of almost every modern fragrance, a soft, warm, skin-like scent that extends longevity and bridges other notes together. Natural musk was once derived from deer (now banned); today's musks are synthetic and range from clean and soapy to dark and animalic. The right musk makes a fragrance smell like 'you.'
Patchouli
Patchouli
Dense, earthy, and darkly sweet, patchouli is the scent of damp soil and dried herbs with an almost chocolatey richness. It polarizes people because in high concentrations it's overwhelming, but as a supporting note it adds depth and longevity that almost nothing else can match. The backbone of countless oriental and chypre fragrances.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Creamy, smooth, and milky with a soft, skin-like warmth that clings beautifully. True Mysore sandalwood is one of perfumery's most precious ingredients, simultaneously wood and skin, never cold or sharp. It rounds off sharp edges in any composition and makes the wearer smell subtly, irresistibly warmer.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The MysticBest match83% match
You wear what others can't place — and that's exactly the point.

Warm incense, dry resins, airy woods, smoke with softness. Never obvious.

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The Maverick83% match
You do what works for you. That's always been enough.

Fresh, bold, abstract, dry. Metallic notes, experimental musks, architectural woods with presence.

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The Cipher82% match
Barely there. Never forgotten.

Airy, cool, abstract, almost invisible. Sheer musks, iso e super, ethereal woods.

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Scent Profile
Citrus70%Fresh30%Aromatic27%Woody100%Patchouli19%
Fragrance Family
Amber/Woody
EDP

Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Somow Al Wajaha is $54.99. Without a coupon the lowest price is $54.99. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

Are grey market retailers authentic?

Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Rasasi fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha? +
$54.99 at Jomashop. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
What does Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha smell like? +
Rasasi is an Emirati niche fragrance house known for crafting bold, orientalist compositions that blend Middle Eastern sensibilities with contemporary fragrance design. The brand has built a devoted following for fragrances that prioritize distinctive character over accessibility. Somow Al Wajaha opens with a bright citrus and leather combination -- bergamot and lemon cut through creamy cashmeran and supple leather, while birch adds a slightly smoky, woody edge. The heart develops into a complex interplay of cedar, vetiver, and jasmine with continued leather presence, creating an animalic, somewhat austere character. The base settles into a dense woody-leather foundation with musk, patchouli, and sandalwood providing earthy depth and subtle sensuality. The fragrance reads as a leather-forward amber-woody with persistent smoky and musky undertones that give it an unconventional, slightly animalic personality. This is a unisex fragrance suited to those who appreciate structured, leather-centric compositions and aren't looking for comfort or sweetness. It works well in cooler months and evening settings, though the drydown's warm, woody base makes it versatile enough for transitional seasons. If you're drawn to fragrances like The Mystic, The Maverick, and The Cipher, Somow Al Wajaha will likely appeal to your sensibilities.
What are the notes in Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha? +
Top: Bergamot, Birch, Cashmeran, Leather, Lemon. Heart: Cedar, Jasmine, Leather, Petitgrain Paraguay, Vetiver. Base: Birch, Leather, Musk, Patchouli, Sandalwood.
What fragrance family is Somow Al Wajaha? +
Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha belongs to the Amber/Woody fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What other fragrances smell like Rasasi Somow Al Wajaha? +
Based on shared notes, Initio Parfums Privés Divine Attraction unisex (Leather, Musk, Cedar, Jasmine), Initio Parfums Privés Absolute Aphrodisiac (Leather, Musk, Cedar, Jasmine), Argos Bacio Immortale (Birch, Leather, Jasmine, Leather), Boucheron Eau Legere 2006 for men (Musk, Patchouli, Cedar, Jasmine), Rasasi Faqat Lil Rijal (Leather, Musk, Jasmine, Bergamot) may smell similar to Somow Al Wajaha.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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