Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir vs Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.
At a glance
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir costs £88.72 and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold costs £60, so Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold is £28.72 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 13 distinct notes listed across both (23%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Raees Noir is a masculine Eau de Parfum from Jo Milano Paris built around saffron, nutmeg and lavender over a central oud note before patchouli and musk form the base. It belongs to the 786 Collection and is mapped in the Atlas to Initio Oud for Greatness.
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
2026 Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold eau de parfum captures the DNA of Initio Parfums Prives Oud for Greatness, opening on a brief flash of blood orange before revealing a dense leather and oud base with a ribbon of sweet caramel.
Comparison
| Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir | Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 8.2/10 · 1 review | 8.4/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 8.5/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Projection | 8.0/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Price | £88.72 | £60 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Masculine | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Initio Oud for Greatness | Initio Oud for Greatness |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
3 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir lists Lavender, Agarwood (Oud) and Musk that Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold does not.
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold lists Blood Orange, Grapefruit, Hot Spices, Leather, Oud, Caramel and Amberwood that Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
- Sweet
- Woody
- Fresh
- Amber
- Citrus
- Fruity
- Oud
- Smoky
- Leather
- Herbal
- Patchouli
- Caramel
- Metallic
- Mineral
- Resinous
- Oriental
Both share Woody, Oud, Patchouli and Resinous. Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir also lists Earthy, Aromatic, Lavender and Spicy. Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold also lists Sweet, Fresh, Amber, Citrus, Fruity, Smoky, Leather, Herbal, Caramel, Metallic, Mineral and Oriental.
Vibes
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
Both share Dark, Warm, Intense, Masculine and Oriental. Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir also lists Bold, Powerful and Luxurious. Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold also lists Fresh, Sweet and Light.
Occasions
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
Both share Signature, Evening and Winter. Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir also lists Autumn, Formal and Cold weather. Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold also lists Casual.
Performance
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir lists Long lasting and Powerful. Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold lists Beast mode, Beast and Subtle.
Style lane
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir
Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir lists Oriental oud. Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold lists Oriental woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold (9.2/10)
- Projection: Wins Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold (8.8/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir (8.5/10)
- Value for money: Tie (8.0/10)
- Price: Wins Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold (£60)
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir leads on scent accuracy, while Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold leads on longevity, projection and lower price. They are level on value for money.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir has 1 community review and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir or Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold?
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir costs £88.72 and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold costs £60, so Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold is £28.72 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir or Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir 8.5 out of 10 for longevity and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold 9.2 out of 10, so Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold rates higher.
Which projects more, Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir or Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir 8.0 out of 10 for projection and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold 8.8 out of 10, so Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold rates higher.
Which is closer to Initio Oud for Greatness, Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir or Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir 8.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold 7.8 out of 10, so Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir rates higher.
Which is better value, Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir or Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold?
Atlas ratings give Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.
What notes do Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold share?
They share 3 notes: Saffron, Nutmeg and Patchouli.
Which occasions suit Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir and Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold?
Jo Milano Paris Raees Noir is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Formal, Winter and Cold weather. Rasasi Hawas Lava Gold is tagged for Signature, Evening, Casual and Winter.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.
Compare with the original
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