Safeer by Lattafa Perfumes

A rare fragrance. At first, it smells like Lemon Pie. After an hour, it turns green, becoming barely woody as it dries. The first half-hour isn’t to my liking. Afterwards, it becomes more sophisticated and gains some appeal. I don’t see it as a summer scent as I thought; the vanilla is far too prominent. I’d place it more in SPRING, AUTUMN, and WINTER.

I visited an Arabic perfumerie and upon the first spray, I exclaimed ‘wow’—it was like an explosion of nature. Initially, I was immersed in a deep forest with bergamot and mint, a green shock of pure pleasure. Then the heart emerged: a wild animal strike with dense, savage musk. I felt a slight excitement, perhaps even pheromones; it’s distinct from others. By the end, I woke up to soft wood and vanilla. I recommend it for open spaces, night outings, or dates—not for enclosed offices where it might be overwhelming. It’s a sensory journey. It seems masculine, for those seeking something sophisticated yet unconventional. The emerald velvet bottle with the deer head already gives it away.

A citrusy, aromatic, and sweet masterpiece; truly a pleasure to wear, and I’ve received compliments, though I understand it won’t appeal to everyone as it’s not a basic scent.

To Noble Safeer: A distinctive niche fragrance that will make you stand out. I see it for days under 30 degrees, perfect for afternoons and evenings with friends. It literally smells like lemon gummies—if you’ve tried the little lemon candies, that’s exactly it, sweet with herbal touches. It’s very linear; I find no shift between the opening and dry-down; it stays consistent. DO NOT BUY BLIND if you aren’t already in the niche world, as you simply won’t like it. Packaging: Simple cardboard with a good velvety design 8.5. Bottle: Glass lined in suede, unique, topped with a heavy, eye-catching deer head cap 9.0. Atomiser: Regular to poor, low power 6.5. Longevity: Lasts 4–5 hours on my skin, with two extra sprays detectable right up against the skin. It macerates but doesn’t increase aroma or longevity; by the sixth hour you can still feel it, though by the seventh it’s hard to detect 8.2. Projection: One metre away in the first hour 8.0. Trail: A bit weak, but noticeable when passing by 8.0. Compliments: None so far, but people ask because it’s so different 7.5. Price: $20, super accessible 9.5. Conclusion: Versatile except for formal events; no problem for anything else. Normal longevity 6–7 hours and very distinctive. Final rating: 8.2

I confess I bought four bottles in case it gets discontinued, and although I haven’t finished the first one yet, every use surprises me. It’s a blend of freshness, sweetness, spices, and a hint of acid. The bergamot starts vibrant and sparkling before merging with a spiced, woody base. It lasts about eight hours; it projects well at first, creating an enveloping trail, then becomes intimate and skin-close. It doesn’t change much over time, which I like, maintaining that forest sensation. If you like oud, layer it with Lattafa’s Oud for Glory: Safeer on top complements that sophisticated scent perfectly.

The opening is intense: sweet, green, citrusy, and spiced, all synthetic and rather unappealing. It’s like drinking a Coca-Cola with herbs, perhaps a Jagger. The bottle is beautiful, with velvet and a metal cap, but on closer inspection, the logo isn’t centred and the letters aren’t aligned. It’s like having a great idea poorly executed. I didn’t like it and it doesn’t appeal to me at all, to be honest.

At first, you smell the citrus of the bergamot with very green notes. As it dries down, the sweetness (nuts) enters, smelling like lemon cake. I don’t detect the wood, but perhaps it’s not noticeable in the combination. It doesn’t cause olfactory fatigue; it’s long-lasting but challenging. UPDATE 04/23/25: After months of oxidation, it has improved immensely. Now I do notice the wood behind the bergamot; the herbal notes are always there, but I’ve improved or the perfume has evolved. It’s worth it. UPDATE 11/24/25: Layering with Al Noble Safeer and Encre Noire Sport. Safeer opens deliciously, like a lemon dessert with an herbal hint of celery. When combined with ENS, that green softens; the fresh, clean vetiver corrects the green phase, leaving a balanced, masculine, and easy scent for warm climates. It lasts 7-9 hours with good projection from two sprays. This blend improves Safeer without taking away its freshness.

An excellent perfume, very much liked, long-lasting, and with a charming sweetness.

I dislike this perfume very much, even though I love difficult ones like Interlude. With this, there’s no case; I don’t wear it for more than half an hour and it overwhelms me to an extreme level. But I’ll give it another chance; I see the reviews and think I must be wrong, so I try it again…

Lattafa’s Safeer is one of those perfumes that, without being a masterpiece, knows how to play its cards very well. At first glance, you don’t expect much for the price, but Safeer delivers more than it promises. It’s not the perfume that changes your life, but for what you pay, it’s solid, with body and nuances that compete with more expensive ones. The first notes are a sweet, jovial fruity burst, cheerful without being cloying. Gradually, a spiced and warm layer emerges with a crafty touch and a stable woody base. Is it revolutionary? No. Is it worth the cost? Undoubtedly. It’s like that plain suit you bought without great expectations and ended up wearing more than you thought because it feels comfortable. You won’t impress luxury fanatics, nor will you go unnoticed. For those seeking something accessible, with character and good performance on cool nights or in autumn, it fulfils its function. It doesn’t define your style, but it accompanies you faithfully without pretensions, and sometimes that’s all that’s needed. Safeer leaves you with the feeling of having made a good move without spending more than necessary.

Hello, I’m sharing my thoughts because it’s not what people say. It’s a citrus scent with caramel, very long-lasting and makes a statement. It’s excellent; my husband loved it more than other hyped fragrances. It’s truly undervalued. It’s 100% masculine. A beast, really. Outstanding. 100/10.

Very rich fragrance. It’s different because the citrus is sweet, like a lemon pie. Excellent longevity, projection and trail.

At first, I like it simply because it’s different. It has more than it seems; development is evident within the first half-hour. It reminds me a bit of Gerlain’s vetiver, which I don’t particularly like, but here I think it works better. It must be the savoury herb; I’ve never identified it before. It has a sweet note that doesn’t fully convince me, yet it’s not excessive; the patchouli acidifies subtly in an addictive way. I do recognise the gaia wood; it adds creaminess without killing the spicy tone. I like this strange thing. High versatility, ridiculous price, standout longevity and near-niche differentiation. It is challenging, of course, but that’s what we’re here for. Update: wearing this Safeer more often, I detect with increasing intensity an undeclared note of saffron; for some reason, I now see it as the core of the fragrance.

A different scent. It’s not the typical perfume that makes you fall in love the moment you smell the opening, or at least that was my experience. The first day it seemed odd to me; I didn’t like it much. The scent I perceived was green battling with woods and spices to see who dominated; that phase isn’t my favourite. When it dries down, it becomes delicious, sweeter, less green. As an anecdote, I swore my wife wouldn’t like it at all. One day I applied it at 11 am; I saw her at 7 pm and she said, ‘You smell delicious, what a treat you just put it on, is it Layton, isn’t it?’. I was left :O haha. Firstly, for the potency; I could barely smell it myself and never needed to reapply. As for the resemblance to Layton, for me, there’s nothing to do with it, but she loved it. Anyway, as many reviews mention, it’s a different scent. In my opinion, it’s worth it, but you must try it first and give it a few chances.

Absolute beast of a fragrance; I call it ‘the coriander one’ because once it dries on my skin, it smells exactly like crushing seeds in a mortar. It’s rich, intense, and lasts forever. If it drips on your coat, you’re in trouble xD