Rasasi Hawas Ice Eau de Parfum: A Frosty Fruit-Accorded Aquatic Freshie

Rasasi Hawas Ice EDP, launched in 2023, is the cool, revitalized cousin of the original Hawas. It weaves bright frozen-apple, marine accord, and subtle spice into a fresh, versatile composition that’s both uplifting and long-lasting.

Fragrance Notes

• Top Notes: Frozen Apple, Italian Lemon, Sicilian Bergamot, Star Anise
  A crisp, invigorating opening like biting into an icy apple lifted by citrus and a hint of aromatic star anise. 
  
• Heart Notes: Orange Blossom, Marine Accord, Plum, Cardamom
  A fresh aquatic heart infused with sweet plum and soft spice, offering a balanced and clean core.
  
• Base Notes: Amber, Musk, Driftwood, Crystal Moss
  A warm, slightly woody base that smooths and grounds the bright top layers, adding depth and wearability. 

Performance

• Longevity: 8+ hours on skin; upwards of 15–18+ hours on fabric
• Projection: Generous first 2–3 hours creates a noticeable but not overpowering bubble
• Sillage: Moderate pleasant aura that becomes closer over time

Community Thoughts

Hawas Ice has drawn praise and debate around its freshness and performance:

“Reminds me of Invictus… monster performance, lasts forever on clothes and skin.” ()

“Fruity sweet linear, projects heavily first 2 hrs… lasts 7–7.5 hrs on skin, 15–18+ hrs on clothes.” ()

Some users report batch variations:

“Amazing longevity but absolutely no projection at all… very close-hug aura.” ()

Others caution limited novelty:

“Very fresh, fruity, sweet… but quite linear over time.” ()

Who Is It For?

• Fans of fruity-aquatic fresh scents with depth
• Those seeking strong longevity and early projection
• Ideal for daytime wear office, casual outings, gym, warm weather

When to Wear

• Best Seasons: Spring, Summer, Early Fall
• Best Times: Daytime, especially daytime social and outdoor events

Why You’ll Love It

• Icy Fruit Opener: Crisp apple with sparkling citrus and star anise
• Clean Aquatic Heart: Marine accord with plush plum and gentle spice
• Warm, Long-Lasting Base: Amber, driftwood, and moss ensure comfort and longevity
• Beastly Longevity: Fabric cling up to 18+ hours with moderate projection

References

• Reviewr.org – Scent profile, projection & longevity 🔗  ()
  
• Fragrantica – Overview, seasonality & verdict 🔗  ()