Obsidian by rayhaan
Brand: rayhaan
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A dark, warm, and seductive blend of aromatic lavender, spicy cinnamon, and rich vanilla-tonka amber with a smooth woody finish.
Is Obsidian worth it?
How it smells: Opens with iris and citrus, leather at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and ambrette.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 65, versatility 79, layerability 69 and value 80, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Masculine.
Scent Character
Oriental · Amber Spicy
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Men
Key accords: Iris, Citrus, Leather, Sandalwood, Ambrette, Cedar
Top Notes
- Iris
- Citrus
Heart Notes
- Leather
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Obsidian by rayhaan belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A dark, warm, and seductive blend of aromatic lavender, spicy cinnamon, and rich vanilla-tonka amber with a smooth woody finish. Obsidian opens with Iris and Citrus. The heart brings Leather. It dries down to Sandalwood, Ambrette, Cedar, and Oud.
How to wear Obsidian
On skin, Obsidian by rayhaan has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Obsidian : 2 sprays Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Obsidian opens with Iris and Citrus.
The heart brings Leather.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Ambrette, Cedar, and Oud.
What to layer with Obsidian
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, sandalwood, and cedar.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Obsidian : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather and oud.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Maracujá on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Obsidian : 2 sprays Oud Maracujá
Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hibiscus Mahajád on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Obsidian : 2 sprays Hibiscus Mahajád
Rose Saltifolia by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share ambrette and cedar.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose Saltifolia on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Obsidian : 2 sprays Rose Saltifolia
Dia Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and cedar.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Woman on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Obsidian : 2 sprays Dia Woman
Pairings to approach with care
Harvest Season by d'Annam
Not Recommended · 30/99
Obsidian has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Harvest Season brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Harvest Season on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Obsidian : 2 sprays Harvest Season
Privé Orange Méditerranée by Armani
Not Recommended · 30/99
Obsidian has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Orange Méditerranée brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Orange Méditerranée on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Obsidian : 2 sprays Privé Orange Méditerranée
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include leather, sandalwood, and cedar.
- Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli — Both include leather and oud.
- Hibiscus Mahajád by Maison Crivelli — Both include leather and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Obsidian?
Obsidian opens with Iris and Citrus. The heart brings Leather. It dries down to Sandalwood, Ambrette, Cedar, and Oud.
How long does Obsidian last, and how strong is it?
Obsidian by rayhaan has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Obsidian?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.
What layers well with Obsidian?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share leather, sandalwood, and cedar. Apply Obsidian first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Obsidian : 2 sprays Fahrenheit.
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