Rasasi Hawas for Him Ice

Hawas Ice is Rasasi's fresh aquatic flanker to the beloved original Hawas, launched in 2023 as a modern take on the Dubai house's signature fresh masculine DNA. The perfumer is unknown, and the concentration is Eau de Parfum — designed to deliver energy and invigorating freshness with above-average performance.

The opening is an immediate, crisp burst of frozen apple, Italian bergamot, Italian lemon, and star anise — bright, slightly tart, and unmistakably energizing. As it develops, the heart unfolds with plum, orange blossom, and cardamom — a juicy, slightly spicy floral-fruity accord that gives Hawas Ice its fresh-sweet character. The scent is fresh-sweet, with an aquatic quality that feels clean and modern rather than heavy or cloying.

The dry-down brings sandalwood, musk, and amber — a soft, creamy warmth that anchors the fragrance without making it heavy, keeping it clean and skin-close in the later hours with just enough sweetness to stay interesting. Longevity is excellent at 8 to 10 hours on moisturized skin, with projection perfectly calibrated for daily wear. Performance is outstanding — strong projection, excellent longevity, and it cuts through hot weather with ease.

Community comparisons land most frequently on Paco Rabanne Invictus and Invictus Aqua — Hawas Ice has a sharper, zingier citrus opening and a lighter, crisper overall character compared to the original Hawas, which is denser and more amber-heavy. Reviewers call it one of the easiest fragrances to recommend — fresh, addictive, energetic, and ridiculously versatile. If you want a high-performance fresh aquatic that works all day without breaking the bank, Hawas Ice is exactly why sampling a decant first is the smart move.

Scent Notes

• Top: Frozen Apple, Italian Bergamot, Italian Lemon, Star Anise
• Middle: Plum, Orange Blossom, Cardamom
• Base: Musk, Amber, Driftwood, Moss

Best For
Spring and summer. Casual wear, everyday, gym, and warm weather. A fresh-sweet aquatic with outstanding performance that delivers compliments and all-day longevity at an accessible price point.