Heibah by Ard Al Zaafaran 100ml Eau De Parfum

Description

Heibah by Ard Al Zaafaran is a full, warm tropical floral and one of the longest-standing releases in the house’s range. Bergamot, guava and pink pepper open it, a four-flower heart carries the middle, and it lands on amber, sandalwood, caramel and musk. Juicy and spicy at the top, rich and creamy underneath.

Olfactory PyramidFragrance Notes

Top NotesThe First Impression

BergamotGuavaPink Pepper

Heart NotesThe Character

JasmineYlang YlangPeachRose

Base NotesThe Lasting Trail

AmberSandalwoodCaramelMusk

The opening is bright and unusual. Bergamot gives a citrus lift, guava brings a thick tropical sweetness that is distinctly different from the usual mango or pineapple, and pink pepper adds a dry peppery sparkle over the top that keeps the fruit from turning jammy.

Fragrance Profile

The heart is generous. Jasmine and ylang ylang together give a creamy, slightly banana-like tropical floral richness that is characteristic of ylang, rose adds a jammy depth behind them, and peach keeps a soft fruitiness running through. It is the fullest part of the wear and it does not hold back.

The base is where it turns gourmand. Caramel brings a burnt-sugar sweetness, amber adds resinous warmth, sandalwood gives a creamy woodiness, and musk smooths the finish. It settles warm and close, and the caramel is noticeable rather than subtle.

A note on comparisons

We are not naming a designer original for Heibah. Despite being one of the house’s older releases with a reasonable number of reviews behind it, no community comparison has settled for it, and the databases that track these things record none.

That is worth saying plainly rather than attaching a name we cannot support. Judge it on the pyramid above. If an affordable version of a famous scent is what you are specifically after, our inspired fragrances collection is the place to look.

When to wear it

Autumn and spring suit it best. The caramel and amber base wants cooler air, while the guava and bergamot keep it from being heavy, so it manages mild weather better than a pure gourmand would. Evenings and daytime both work, though the richness makes it more occasion than office.

Two sprays. The caramel and ylang build over the first hour.

Who it is for

Unisex in listing, though the ylang and rose heart give it a feminine lean in practice. It suits you if you like tropical florals, if guava and ylang ylang appeal, or if you want a floral that finishes on caramel rather than on musk.

It suits you less if you want something light or fresh, because this is a full composition, and less again if ylang ylang is a problem for you, since it is prominent.

Why buy at Perfumeo

• 100% authentic, sealed stock sourced from authorised distributors
• Free UK tracked delivery on every order
• Carefully packed to protect your bottle in transit
• Fast dispatch from our UK warehouse

About Ard Al Zaafaran

Founded in Dubai, Ard Al Zaafaran is one of the most recognised names in accessible Middle Eastern perfumery, known for generous compositions at honest prices. Its best known families are Dirham, Mousuf and Shams Al Emarat. Browse the full Ard Al Zaafaran collection.

Find your next favourite

The four-flower heart places it in our floral collection, while the caramel base connects it to our sweet and gourmand range. The guava and peach put it near our fruity edit, and the amber finish alongside our amber and oriental collection. For a brighter tropical from the house, try Ghality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Heibah smell like?

Bergamot, thick guava and dry pink pepper opening onto jasmine, ylang ylang, peach and rose, settling into caramel, amber, sandalwood and musk. Tropical and spicy at first, rich and caramelised later.

Is it sweet?

Yes, particularly in the base where the caramel is prominent. The pink pepper and bergamot provide some lift but this is a warm, sweet fragrance overall.

Is it unisex?

It is listed that way, though the ylang ylang and rose heart give it a feminine lean in practice.

What is guava like as a note?

Thick and tropical, sweeter and more floral than pineapple and less sharp than mango. It is uncommon in affordable perfumery, which is part of what makes this one distinctive.

How long does it last?

Expect seven to eight hours on skin with moderate to strong projection early, and longer on clothing thanks to the amber and caramel base.

Is this bottle genuine?

Yes. Every bottle at Perfumeo is 100% authentic, factory sealed and sourced through authorised distributors.