Ajmal Desert Sunset vs Rasasi Hawas Overdose
The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr.
At a glance
They share 2 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (13%). Ajmal Desert Sunset is EDP and listed as unisex, while Rasasi Hawas Overdose is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Parfums de Marly Althaïr.
Ajmal Desert Sunset
Desert Sunset by Ajmal is a rich oriental vanilla gourmand that captures the luxurious DNA of Parfums de Marly Althair through a spiced opening, a creamy vanilla heart, and a smooth praline tonka amber base.
Rasasi Hawas Overdose
Hawas Overdose is a warm spicy gourmand fragrance that takes the Hawas collection into rich vanilla, praline, chocolate and amber territory, creating one of the sweetest and most cold-weather-focused releases in the line.
Comparison
| Ajmal Desert Sunset | Rasasi Hawas Overdose | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.4/10 · 1 review | No rating |
| Longevity | 8.5/10 | No rating |
| Projection | 8.0/10 | No rating |
| Scent accuracy | 8.5/10 | No rating |
| Value for money | 8.5/10 | No rating |
| Price | £18 | No price |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Parfums de Marly Althaïr | Parfums de Marly Althaïr |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Ajmal Desert Sunset
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Rasasi Hawas Overdose
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
2 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Ajmal Desert Sunset lists Cinnamon, Cardamom, Bourbon Vanilla, Elemi, Candied Almond, Tonka Bean and Ambroxan that Rasasi Hawas Overdose does not.
Rasasi Hawas Overdose lists Spicy Notes, Aromatic Notes, Amber, Guaiac Wood, Vanilla, Chocolate and Ambergris that Ajmal Desert Sunset does not.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.5/10)
- Projection: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.0/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.5/10)
- Value for money: Wins Ajmal Desert Sunset (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Rasasi Hawas Overdose (£0)
Frequently Asked Questions
What notes do Ajmal Desert Sunset and Rasasi Hawas Overdose share?
They share 2 notes: Orange Blossom and Praline.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.