Rasasi Hawas Ice Review
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Rasasi Hawas Ice is a fresh & aquatic fragrance (marine, watery and airy scents) from Rasasi, marketed for men. Rasasi is a clone / middle eastern house house.
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Based on 142 Reddit owner comments (70 with a clear rating) · Top 11% of tracked fragrances by overall score
Is Rasasi Hawas Ice worth it?
Owners are split: 3.7/5 overall from 70 rated owner comments, with an average owner rating of 3.4★. Owners talk most about value (12 mentions).
Who it suits
- You want compliments: 9 owner comments praise it.
- You want projection: 8 owner comments praise it.
- You want value: 6 owner comments praise it.
- Summer wear: the season owners mention most (7 comments).
- Office: the occasion owners mention most (4 comments).
Who should skip it
- Synthetic / harsh matters to you: 10 owner comments raise it as a downside.
- Sweetness matters to you: 5 owner comments raise it as a downside.
- Batches & reformulation matters to you: 3 owner comments raise it as a downside.
Longevity, projection and compliments
| What owners report | Positive | Negative | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longevityi | 4 say it lasts well | 2 say it fades fast | 3.5 |
| Projectioni | 8 say it projects well | 0 call it weak or a skin scent | 4.6 |
| Complimentsi | 9 report compliments | 1 report none | 3.2 |
Counts of owner comments that describe this fragrance's performance on their own skin. "Not rated" means no owner described it.
When owners wear it
Seasons
Occasions
Number of owner comments mentioning each season or occasion alongside this fragrance (positive or negative).
What Reddit owners say
5/5“I have a full Hawas Ice (almost new) and Davidoff coolwater edt (4th bottle over the years, 25% remaining) too.”
2/5 Night out“I thought fire was decent at first when I got my decant, its a night time fruity frag and I wasnt impressed much, so I shelved it, ended up getting full bottle of Hawas Ice and Supremacy CE. Then a friend came over asked if I had any fragrance for him to go to a party we were going to, I said sure just pick whatever and gave him my decant collection, he picked the Hawas Fire, had like 4-5 sprays. In the party I ended up liking it more and more, the spicy and amber-y note got me hooked. Plenty of people asked him about it. I ended up getting a full bottle as well hahah”
5/5 ProjectionNight out“Damn are you sure its a legit Hawas Ice?”
4/5 ValueSummer“I have them all, all are bangers, but for hot and humid weather Id recommend Iconic and hawas ice only. Ice can feel cheap because it smells like wildstone edge.”
5/5 Fresh & clean“What I do is firstly since I love musk in summers, I have got Khadlaj Pure Musk and layer it with my Y EDP/Hawas Ice/Issey Miyake Pour Homme. It creates a musky clean linen-like undertone but I love it. For context:- Hawas Ice used to give me 8-9 hours on skin and 12-13 hours on Clothes. It is right now 6-7 hours with the layering combo.”
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4/5“I have owned around 30 full bottles and have tried 40–50 decants, and i would easily put Hawas Ice in my top 5. When a fragrance gets too much attention and hype, the next thing that usually follows is a wave of hate. That's exactly what Hawas Ice is going through right now. Don't worry OP you have bought a beautiful fragrance. At the end of the day you are the one wearing it and the only opinion that really matters is whether *you* enjoy it or not. So don't let the negative comments influence your experience.”
5/5 ProjectionBatches & reformulation“I got the feb 26 batch and i have the exact same issues. with you this is my first bottle of this frag. but i am very dissappointed people said its beast mode frag but i cant any smell its really bad.I already have Lattafa Oppulent Dubai it's a summer fragrance but it's project and stay way more than this. I can't get any smell after like 1 hour from Hawas Ice bro my Opulent Dubai staying like five to six hours its too much for a summer fragrance. I just huge dissappointed from this frag probably never gonna buy again a Rasasi fragrance. And yes I am %100 its original and i maturated.”
5/5 ProjectionCompliments“Art of the universe is proper "art" its magical! I dont use it much i use it for special occasions or may be once in a month its very addictive and beyond words! Its really beautiful!❤️ And my most used frrshie is Rasasi Hawas Ice! That thing is the GOAT! Love every bit of it! Got so many compliments that thing fills the room🔥”
4/5“I have unloaded SCE, Turathi Blue, Asad, Hawas Ice, and Opulent Dubai, which were all said to be quite good. They just didn't hit it for me.”
4/5 Summer“I have both. I find Hawas ICE a bit too playful for my age. Also not recommended during summer. SCE is good, though it required months of maceration in my case.”
4/5“I feel I dont have one. Just switch around through all I have. I would honestly recommend olga ice box, not the biggest fan, but does the work. My uncultured nose finds it identical to the hawas ice I have, with lesser projection but same longevity atp. Hope this helps, also guys trying get some comment karma idk how to increase it but im unable to comment on other subreddits :<”
4/5“Exactly like my first experience with hawas ice. The overhype really killed the initial impressn for me. I thought it was really mid after the first sniff!! But once i started wearing it daily, it became one of my favourites now!! Really enjoy it.! So i guess it will grow on you! The hype is what throws it off..”
4/5“All I have is an Hawas ice and a tropical I think the Hawas ice CAN be really good but mine is too “young”(the bottle needs to age a bit before it smells as it should) so I can't really fully vouch for it yet. If you don't want to spend too much, maybe try those yardly perfumes.”
1/5“For me it's not a snobbery, but the two Arabian colognes I've tried (hawas ice and Afnan supremacy collectors edition) smell terrible.”
4/5 LongevitySynthetic / harsh“It honestly depends but for the most part no. Afnan SCE is probably my most complimented cologne out of everything and has insane performance. Rasasi Hawas Ice is also a very good budget option that pulls me compliments as well. I have a whole row of dupes below this picture that I just hardly ever wear because I feel most of them smell too synthetic but that's just my opinion. The hectic and Legacy are also good but haven't gotten a chance to smell the OG versions.”
3/5 SweetnessMass appeal“The only safe blind buy is Afnan Supremacy Collector's Edition, Hawas Ice is also fine, CDNIM Iconic is too common, Vulcan Feu might be too sweet and somewhat more suitable for ladies, its very great but linear. I own all of them.”
5/5“I switched to Hawas Ice when I got over with Absolu and this DNA has fetched me so many compliments!! I love it even though I don't.”
2/5 ComplimentsBatches & reformulation“I have hawas ice 2024 batch trust me bro its crazy. I was travelling to my hometown i reached after 7 hours still got a compliment before they even open the door My family member knew it was me . but I dont get the hawas ice Craze its nothing special its just soo basic never enjoyed wearing it Still my most complimented frag”
4/5 ComplimentsOffice“I have almost all of those mentioned by you, yet if I wear Hawas Ice in office my colleagues know i have arrived. Its a real compliment getter for sure. And I spent almost 5K on it during its launch so well worth it actually.”
4/5“I tried Hawas Ice, Afnan Supremacy CE, Rare Reef, CDNIM PP. Of all those, my fav is Supremacy CE, you should surely give it a try, what rich smell it has and the longevity is really good too.”
4/5“sce any day of the week, easy pick hawas ice is good but i prefer hawas fire. i think it has gotten me a bunch of compliments everytime i have worn it. just buy it and leave it for 3-4 months and then use it. same with sce it needs maceration to reach its full extent”
4/5 Fresh & clean“(I mostly like fresh fragrances and own Theorem, Ck essence, Hawas OG, Hawas Ice but mostly I wear Hawas og and Theorem) 2.”
5/5“Great share!! I really love fragrance since long time but now able to start exploring. I have recently bought Hawas Ice and some decants, wanted to share packaging and first impressions as I am new in this perfume world. But due to low karma, not able to, would love your support (please UPVOTE me) so that I can share my experiences and ask for your suggestions and advice as well.”
1/5“My decant cart is always looking questionably large these days 😓 I justify it by saying I'm saving myself from blind buying stuff I'll hate, saved myself from Hawas Ice for sure”
2/5 LongevityBatches & reformulation“Main giveaway of a fake is the gold atomizer. Had 2 fakes and they also had a similar batch date as yours (May 2024) so it might be another hint. Both fakes I bought also had a gold rasasi sticker on the back, the original I got doesn't have it. And if your Hawas Ice doesn't last all day long 100% it's a fake, the fake one kinda had a similar smell, but this fragrance is atomic, you'll know when it's the real deal.”
4/5 Fresh & clean“I would highly recommend citrusy, fresh or marine scents; Afnan rare reef, Rayhaan Aquatica, Hawas Ice/OG/Kobra, Jean Lowe Azure (need to respray), Missoni wave, Mawj Moscow. (I use these ones personally)”
1/5 ProjectionMass appeal“Its not about insecurities brother. Everyone should wear what they feel comfortable in. If I like a fragrance but everyone around me tells me I stink, I wouldn't really feel comfortable knowing I make people gag. Another example: I put on 12 sprays of Hawas Ice for the office, pretty mass appealing fragrance right? Everyone around me chokes, but thats how I like to smell…loud and bold. Unfortunately it doesn't work either because I know my coworkers hate me know. So yeah sometimes we do let other people dictate what we wear, even subconsciously.”
1/5 Fresh & cleanHeadaches“Hawas Ice is the first fragrance that was actually TOO strong for me. I sprayed it on me and literally couldn't clean it off. Gave me a headache. I actually returned it (thank you Walmart). It doesn't smell bad, just doesn't work on my skin. Shit is nuclear.”
4/5“Good to know. I have a similar experience with Hawas ice raving reviews and hype. Got it as blind buy. so far unimpressed maybe i will let it macerate and see if it's better.”
5/5 LongevityValue“I would say hawas ice for the price I paid is the best value in terms of longevity etc I literally paid £20 and it lasts forever super strong the only thing I will say it's not as smooth as the niche ones I have but it's not a massive issue you can't go wrong with it”
4/5“I'd personally try to get rid of some of these Hawas Ice is one of them for me even though I used up a good chunk of it”
4/5 ProjectionValue“Hawas Ice is solid for gym use, good projection without going nuclear in a closed space. I bought it through oriental aromas and paid well under your budget.”
4/5 LongevityProjection“Profondo is the obvious answer but I'd skip it for a daily office scent, it's got that mineral note that can feel a bit cold on some people. Hawas Ice is louder and sweeter than you want, you'll be that guy. Kenzo Homme EDP is weird, salty and woody but actually fresh, lasts ages and nobody else is wearing it.”
3/5 SweetnessSynthetic / harsh“i say that even tho they are cheap dupes try to get decants of them on r/fragranceswap or something incase u dont like them. i blind bought hawas ice and ive been forcing myself to like it for like 3 months now and im stopping. i just feel like the opening is so harsh and sweet and the dry down isnt anything to rave about”
4/5 Unique“https://preview.redd.it/u8kkxxrw0pyg1.jpeg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c14179a6e71c374c9a371468e0cf9109ec5c4d98 I bought it too after a decant! It's a great scent profile and very unique. I use it more than the hawas ice.”
4/5 ValueSummer“I have titan skinn raw. Want to go for either edge or hydra for daily usage. Please suggest which is better, will also but a hawas ice decant because I feel it's a good one for summer occasions, or csn say my budget is not more than that. Please do suggest.”
3/5“I have tried Fabulous leader ( LV Imagination ), Fabulous Victory ( Hawas ice ) , Fabulous love ( claims to be for women, but it smells like garbage ) Fabulous victor- I have the 50ml for 1000.”
4/5 Fresh & cleanEveryday“I have been wanting to try hawas ice, theorem, lataffa khamrah.. As you can see I like fresh and citrusy scents or any versatile fragrance mostly unisex.”
4/5 Projection“Yess, I have had hawas ice and it performs really good for me. It projects a lot and stays on skin for hours... maybe try macerating it for a week or 2, if still doesn't work not sure why.”
4/5““Recently, I bought Rasasi Hawas Ice from Perfume Network. When I wear it on my skin, it instantly causes irritation and feels like it's burning my skin. Is this normal, or is it just my skin reacting differently?” https://preview.redd.it/n6uy5sf4ie5h1.jpeg?width=2468&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a22fe3289346e52604218d68fe475760ee2add9f”
Dupes and similar fragrances
- Rasasi Hawas Ice vs Rabanne Invictus: 2 comments compare Rabanne Invictus with it (limited evidence).
Clone houses named next to Rasasi Hawas Ice in "dupe/clone" comments: Afnan (5), Lattafa (3), Zara (1), Armaf (1), French Avenue / Fragrance World (1).
Alternatives in the same family
- Rasasi Hawas — 3.7 from 283 owner comments
- Nautica Nautica Voyage — 3.6 from 31 owner comments
- Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Profumo — 3.8 from 11 owner comments
Head-to-head: Acqua di Giò vs Hawas Ice · Cool Water vs Hawas Ice · Hawas Ice vs Dylan Blue · Hawas vs Hawas Ice
FAQ
How long does Rasasi Hawas Ice last?
In the Reddit owner comments we analysed, 4 owners said it lasts well and 2 said it fades quickly. Longevity varies with skin, climate and concentration.
What season is Rasasi Hawas Ice best for?
Owners mention summer most often (7 comments), followed by winter (1).
Does Rasasi Hawas Ice get compliments?
9 owner comments in our sample report compliments while wearing it, and 1 report none.
Can I buy Rasasi Hawas Ice on Amazon safely?
We did not find it sold by Amazon.com or by the brand's own Amazon store, so we do not link to it. Third-party fragrance listings carry a counterfeit and grey-market risk.
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Details
| Brand | Rasasi (Clone / Middle Eastern house) |
| Fragrance family | Fresh & Aquatic |
| Marketed for | men |
| Amazon listing | Not checked yet |
| Reddit evidence | 142 owner comments, 766 mentions in total across r/fragrance, r/FemFragLab and related subreddits |
| Last updated | 2026-11-03 |
Family and "marketed for" follow the brand's positioning and common fragrance references; flankers (Intense, Elixir, Parfum editions) are tracked separately or excluded.