Manel | Dubai Perfume – Teriaq Intense (Lattafa)
N$800.00
Here’s a detailed overview of Lattafa “Teriaq Intense” (100 ml EDP) — what it smells like, how it performs, and what to consider especially in a climate like Windhoek/Namibia.
✅ Basics
Name: Teriaq Intense by Lattafa.
Launch year: 2024.
Classification: Unisex.
Perfumer: Quentin Bisch (for Lattafa)
Style & feel: A bold, rich oriental‑spicy gourmand, with fruity/resinous depth.
📝 Fragrance Notes & Scent Profile
Top Notes:
Bergamot and saffron.
Middle / Heart Notes:
Plum liquor, cinnamon.
Base / Dry‑down Notes:
Amber, tonka bean, benzoin.
Character Summary:
The opening features the brightness of bergamot blended with saffron’s golden spice.
The heart brings in a rich, boozy plum liquor accord paired with cinnamon spice, giving depth and gourmand sweetness.
The base settles into warm resinous amber, tonka bean (vanillaceous/gourmand warmth) and benzoin (resinous balsamic sweetness) — producing a lingering, rich dry‑down.
User commentary backs this up: e.g., one reviewer says:
“The opening is all about that plum liquor note… cinnamon kicks in … the dry‑down brings … tonka bean and amber … seductive.”
Another:
“One of my favourite fragrances… projection is strong for the first couple of hours … longevity looks promising.”
🎯 Wearability: Occasion, Season & Tips
Occasions:
Because of its richness, it’s well suited for evenings, cooler weather or when you want more presence.
Also good for nights out, special occasions, or when you want a statement scent.
Season / Climate Fit – Windhoek/Namibia context:
In warm climates: The rich heart and base (plum liquor, tonka, amber) may become very warm/heavy in midday sun; thus better for evenings or cooler parts of the day.
On hot/humid days, the projection may be stronger or the scent may cling closer to skin; you may prefer fewer sprays.
For cooler evenings (or indoor with A/C) the full richness can shine beautifully.
Application Tips:
Daytime (warm) use: 1 spray lightly on pulse points to avoid it feeling too heavy.
Evening/cool weather: 2 or 3 sprays — you’ll get the boozy/floral/gourmand crescendo.
If you like a scent that lingers and leaves a trail, applying on clothes or scarf can amplify its effect.
Because rich scents like this can become strong, consider how your environment handles fragrance (e.g., indoor vs outdoors).
🔍 Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a fragrance that delivers bold, indulgent aura — richly spiced, boozy, resinous — Teriaq Intense is a strong choice. For your setting in Windhoek/Namibia: I’d recommend wearing it for evenings or cooler times rather than peak midday heat. Use moderate sprays and test how it evolves on your skin, especially how the base develops over hours.