What Is It
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Yara is a bakhoor (Arabic incense) by Ard Al Zaafaran (sometimes associated/compared with Lattafa brands).
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It comes as a 40‑gram bar (often segmented) or 40g jar/tubs depending on the seller.
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It’s designed to be used with charcoal burners or electric bakhoor burners.
Fragrance / Scent Profile
Here are the approximate fragrance notes and what you might smell:
| Stage | Notes | What you may perceive |
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| Top Notes | Tangerine, Heliotrope, Orchid | A bright, fruity‑floral opening. Tangerine gives a citrusy sparkle, orchid & heliotrope contribute soft, sweet floral tones with a somewhat powdery edge. |
| Middle (Heart) | Tropical notes, Gourmand notes | The fragrance moves into a richer, sweeter heart. “Tropical” implies fruitiness (perhaps lush fruits) and “gourmand” suggests edible‑sweet elements (vanilla, maybe sweets, creamy textures). |
| Base Notes | Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk | Warm, comforting, and more grounded. Vanilla brings creamy sweet warmth, sandalwood adds a smooth woody creaminess, and musk gives a clean long‑lasting soft base. |
Character & Experience
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Overall Impression: Yara Bakhoor is sweet, feminine, soft and somewhat playful. It leans more gourmand and floral than heavy or dark. It isn’t a deep woody/oud incense; it’s lighter and more approachable.
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Longevity & Throw: It seems to have decent longevity — once burned, the scent lingers for quite a while, especially in a well‑ventilated room. Because of the vanilla & musk base, the dry‑down tends to stay.
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Smoke & Usage: Because of its sweet & floral nature, it’s more pleasant than aggressive in smoke. If over‑burnt on very hot charcoal, the sweeter notes might get a bit sharp; better to let it burn gently.
Best Situations & Suitability
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Mood / Setting: Great for relaxing evenings, welcoming guests, when you want a cozy, comforting scent without being overwhelming. Also good for feminine / soft aesthetic settings.
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Spaces: Bedrooms, living rooms, smaller rooms where you want a gentle, uplifting aroma. Perhaps less ideal for large halls or outdoors if you want big projection.
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Times: All seasons, but especially nice in cooler weather when the sweetness and warmth are more comforting.