Maison Asrar Fakhama vs Rayhaan Kiss

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Kilian Love Don't Be Shy.

At a glance

Maison Asrar Fakhama costs £40 and Rayhaan Kiss costs £35, so Rayhaan Kiss is £5 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 12 distinct notes listed across both (25%). Maison Asrar Fakhama is EDP and listed as unisex, while Rayhaan Kiss is EDP and listed as feminine. Both are inspired by Kilian Love Don't Be Shy.

Maison Asrar Fakhama

Fakhama is a vanilla gourmand fragrance from Maison Asrar, widely discussed as an alternative to By Kilian Love, Don't Be Shy.

Rayhaan Kiss

Rayhaan Kiss is a plush Love, Don’t Be Shy inspired white floral gourmand that blends sparkling neroli brightness with creamy marshmallow like sweetness, caramelised vanilla warmth, and the soft seductive femininity that made this DNA iconic.

Maison Asrar Fakhama, dupe of Kilian Love Don't Be ShyRayhaan Kiss, dupe of Kilian Love Don't Be Shy

Comparison

Maison Asrar FakhamaRayhaan Kiss
Overall rating7.3/10 · 1 review7.8/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.5/10
Projection6.5/107.0/10
Scent accuracy7.0/108.0/10
Value for money8.0/108.5/10
Price£40£35
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexFeminine
Inspired byKilian Love Don't Be ShyKilian Love Don't Be Shy

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Maison Asrar Fakhama

Top Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Gourmand Accord

Heart Notes

  • Vanilla
  • White Florals

Base Notes

  • Musk

Rayhaan Kiss

Top Notes

  • Neroli
  • Bergamot
  • Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine
  • Honeysuckle

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Sugar
  • Caramel
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Vanilla
  • Musk

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Maison Asrar Fakhama lists Gourmand Accord and White Florals that Rayhaan Kiss does not.

Rayhaan Kiss lists Neroli, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Sugar and Caramel that Maison Asrar Fakhama does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Sweet
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Oud
  • Powdery
  • White floral
  • Oriental

Rayhaan Kiss

  • Sweet
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Caramel
  • White floral

Both share Sweet, Musky, Floral, Citrus, Vanilla, Gourmand and White floral. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Oud, Powdery and Oriental. Rayhaan Kiss also lists Caramel.

Vibes

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Sweet
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Warm
  • Cosy
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Compliment

Rayhaan Kiss

  • Sweet
  • Romantic
  • Playful
  • Seductive
  • Warm
  • Cosy
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Feminine
  • Gourmand
  • Compliment
  • Luxurious

Both share Sweet, Romantic, Warm, Cosy, Gourmand and Compliment. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Elegant and Oriental. Rayhaan Kiss also lists Playful, Seductive, Modern, Classic, Feminine and Luxurious.

Occasions

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Autumn
  • Dinner
  • Winter
  • Date night
  • Daily
  • Everyday
  • Romantic
  • Cosy

Rayhaan Kiss

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Winter
  • Spring
  • Romantic
  • Date night
  • Cosy

Both share Signature, Evening, Winter, Date night, Romantic and Cosy. Maison Asrar Fakhama also lists Casual, Office, Autumn, Dinner, Daily and Everyday. Rayhaan Kiss also lists Social and Spring.

Performance

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Long lasting
  • Skin scent
  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • All day
  • Linear
  • Lingers
  • Performs well
  • Exceptional longevity

Rayhaan Kiss

  • Impressive longevity

Maison Asrar Fakhama lists Long lasting, Skin scent, Beast mode, Beast, All day, Linear, Lingers, Performs well and Exceptional longevity. Rayhaan Kiss lists Impressive longevity.

Style lane

Maison Asrar Fakhama

  • Soft musky

Rayhaan Kiss

  • Floral gourmand

Maison Asrar Fakhama lists Soft musky. Rayhaan Kiss lists Floral gourmand.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Rayhaan Kiss (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Rayhaan Kiss (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Rayhaan Kiss (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Rayhaan Kiss (£35)

Rayhaan Kiss leads on projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Maison Asrar Fakhama has 1 community review and Rayhaan Kiss has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Maison Asrar Fakhama or Rayhaan Kiss?

Maison Asrar Fakhama costs £40 and Rayhaan Kiss costs £35, so Rayhaan Kiss is £5 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Maison Asrar Fakhama or Rayhaan Kiss?

Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Fakhama 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Rayhaan Kiss 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Maison Asrar Fakhama or Rayhaan Kiss?

Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Fakhama 6.5 out of 10 for projection and Rayhaan Kiss 7.0 out of 10, so Rayhaan Kiss rates higher.

Which is closer to Kilian Love Don't Be Shy, Maison Asrar Fakhama or Rayhaan Kiss?

Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Fakhama 7.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rayhaan Kiss 8.0 out of 10, so Rayhaan Kiss rates higher.

Which is better value, Maison Asrar Fakhama or Rayhaan Kiss?

Atlas ratings give Maison Asrar Fakhama 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Rayhaan Kiss 8.5 out of 10, so Rayhaan Kiss rates higher.

What notes do Maison Asrar Fakhama and Rayhaan Kiss share?

They share 3 notes: Orange Blossom, Vanilla and Musk.

Which occasions suit Maison Asrar Fakhama and Rayhaan Kiss?

Maison Asrar Fakhama is tagged for Signature, Evening, Casual, Office, Autumn, Dinner, Winter, Date night, Daily, Everyday, Romantic and Cosy. Rayhaan Kiss is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Winter, Spring, Romantic, Date night and Cosy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Kilian Love Don't Be Shy vs Maison Asrar Fakhama
  • Kilian Love Don't Be Shy vs Rayhaan Kiss

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