Rasasi Hawas vs Hawas Ice: Which Fresh Hawas Should You Buy?
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Rasasi Hawas for Him is one of the most popular fresh Arabian scents, and in 2023 Rasasi released Hawas Ice. Both are fruity and aquatic, both are made for warm weather, and both sit at a friendly price. So what is the difference?
Here is the comparison, using the verified notes from our database.
The short answer
Hawas for Him is a fruity aquatic with apple, bergamot, lemon and cinnamon over orange blossom, cardamom and plum, and an ambergris, musk and driftwood base. Hawas Ice keeps the apple and citrus but adds star anise, marine notes and an ice accord, finishing with amber, moss, musk and driftwood. Ice feels cooler and more marine.
The notes side by side
Rasasi Hawas for Him
Marketed for men | Launched 2015 | Eau de Parfum
Top: Bergamot, Apple, Lemon, Cinnamon · Heart: Orange Blossom, Cardamom, Plum · Base: Ambergris, Musk, Patchouli, Driftwood
A fruity aquatic Eau de Parfum from 2015, listed at $25–$31 for 100ml. It is commonly compared with Paco Rabanne Invictus Aqua, and retailers suggest it for summer.
Rasasi Hawas Ice
Marketed for men | Launched 2023 | Eau de Parfum | Above-average longevity per Parfumo community ratings (8.2/10)
Top: Apple, Bergamot, Lemon, Star Anise · Heart: Marine Notes, Ice Accord, Orange Blossom, Plum, Cardamom · Base: Amber, Moss, Musk, Driftwood
A fresh fruity aquatic Eau de Parfum from 2023. Reviewers suggest it for spring and summer, and Parfumo users rate its longevity 8.2 out of 10.
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What they have in common
Both are Rasasi Eaux de Parfum for men in 100ml bottles. Both open with apple, bergamot and lemon, share orange blossom, plum and cardamom in the heart, and finish with musk and driftwood.
Where they differ
Cool factor
Hawas Ice adds marine notes and an ice accord, so it feels colder and more watery. Hawas for Him is a little warmer, with cinnamon in the opening.
The base
Hawas for Him has ambergris. Hawas Ice has amber and moss.
Comparisons
Hawas for Him is commonly compared with Paco Rabanne Invictus Aqua.
Which should you buy?
Buy Hawas for Him if you want the original fruity aquatic with a touch of cinnamon warmth. Buy Hawas Ice if you want an even cooler, more marine version for hot summer days.
FAQ
Is Hawas Ice better than Hawas?
Neither is better. Hawas Ice is cooler and more marine, while the original has a little more warmth from cinnamon.
Is Rasasi Hawas good for summer?
Yes. Retailers suggest Hawas for Him for summer and hot weather, and reviewers place Hawas Ice in spring and summer.
What is Hawas compared to?
Hawas for Him is commonly compared with Paco Rabanne Invictus Aqua.
