Pharaoh Ramses II Eau de Parfum 80ml — Maison Des Parfums

Larmes du Désert, the fragrance that inspired this one, retails for $369 AUD for a 100ml bottle through Libertine Parfumerie, the official Australian stockist for its house, Atelier des Ors. Pharaoh Ramses II by Maison Des Parfums brings that same cypress-incense-amber signature into an 80ml bottle, at a fraction of the price.

The Story

Larmes du Désert, meaning "Tears of the Desert," is part of Atelier des Ors' Black Collection, a French niche house known for building fragrances around rare, precious materials. The name references the golden resin that seeps from trees in arid landscapes, and the composition pays homage to the birthplace of perfumery in the Middle East, weaving amber and incense into a spiritual, resinous signature. Pharaoh Ramses II by Maison Des Parfums takes that same amber-incense foundation and reframes it around ancient Egyptian grandeur, evoking royal chambers and timeless treasure rather than desert ritual, while keeping the core resinous DNA intact.

The Scent

Pharaoh Ramses II opens with cypress, incense, labdanum and benzoin, a deep, resinous, immediately commanding introduction that sets a powerful and sophisticated tone from the very first spray.

The heart brings in amber, guaiac wood and elemi, building a rich, warm character with smoky woodiness and aromatic complexity — this is where the fragrance really evokes the atmosphere of grand royal chambers and ancient treasure.

The base settles into vetiver, sandalwood, musk and cedarwood, a smooth, earthy, confident finish that lingers as a polished woody trail rather than fading quickly.

An Honest Note on Performance and Opening

This is a genuinely resinous, incense-forward composition from the very first spray, so if you prefer lighter, more citrus-led openings, expect Pharaoh Ramses II to announce itself with real intensity rather than easing in gently. That opening settles into the smokier guaiac wood and elemi heart within the first 15 to 20 minutes, and the earthy vetiver-sandalwood base is what gives this fragrance its long-lasting, confident character. As with most amber-incense compositions in this style, it wears best in cooler weather where its richness has room to breathe.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

• Cypress
• Incense
• Labdanum
• Benzoin

Heart Notes

• Amber
• Guaiac Wood
• Elemi

Base Notes

• Vetiver
• Sandalwood
• Musk
• Cedarwood

Scent Family: Amber Woody Incense
Gender: Unisex
Best For: Evenings, formal occasions, and cooler weather where its richness can fully unfold

Product Details

• 80ml Eau de Parfum
• Unisex fragrance
• Sourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors
• Sealed and boxed for freshness

Performance

• Longevity: Strong, driven by the earthy vetiver-sandalwood-musk base
• Projection: Powerful and immediate on application, settling into a polished woody trail
• Sillage: Room-filling initially; confident and persistent as it dries down
• Best Season: Autumn and winter, and evening or formal wear year-round
• Caveat: The resinous, incense-forward opening is intense by design — not a fragrance for those who prefer a subtle, slow build

Comparison to the Inspiration Fragrance

• Shares cypress, incense, amber, benzoin and cedarwood with Larmes du Désert's core pyramid
• Builds around the same resinous, amber-woody foundation from Atelier des Ors' Black Collection
• Comes in an 80ml bottle, at a fraction of the $369 AUD Libertine Parfumerie price for the 100ml original
• Reframes the original's desert-ritual mood around ancient Egyptian grandeur, while keeping the resinous DNA intact

About the Brand

Maison Des Parfums is an accessible-luxury line from the house behind Fragrance World, producing well-crafted interpretations of celebrated niche and designer perfumes. Pharaoh Ramses II is one of their signature releases, built to bring prestige-level amber-incense compositions to a wider audience. At Dubai Blends, we work directly with authorised Middle Eastern distributors to bring fragrances like this one to Australian customers without the usual import markups.

Community Quotes

"A powerful, resinous opening that really does feel regal — this isn't a fragrance that hides in the background."

"The dry-down is smooth and earthy, exactly the kind of confident woody trail I look for in an evening scent."

"Rich, warm and beautifully balanced. It genuinely feels like a niche-level composition at this price."

Why Buy From Dubai Blends

• 100% authentic — sourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors, no middlemen, so you get the best price in Australia
• Fast, tracked shipping Australia-wide from our local warehouse
• Securely packed — every bottle arrives intact, guaranteed
• Loved by thousands of Australian fragrance fans

FAQ

What does Pharaoh Ramses II by Maison Des Parfums smell like?
It opens with cypress, incense, labdanum and benzoin, moves into an amber, guaiac wood and elemi heart, and settles into a vetiver, sandalwood, musk and cedarwood base. Overall it's a rich, resinous amber-woody fragrance with real presence.

How does it compare to the fragrance it's inspired by?
It shares its core cypress, incense, amber, benzoin and cedarwood notes with Larmes du Désert, which retails for $369 AUD for a 100ml bottle through Libertine Parfumerie, the official Australian stockist for Atelier des Ors.

Is it a men's or women's fragrance?
It's unisex. The resinous, amber-woody profile suits anyone drawn to bold, statement-making fragrances.

How long does it last?
Longevity is strong thanks to the earthy vetiver-sandalwood-musk base, with the resinous character carrying well through an evening.

What's the best season or occasion to wear it?
Autumn and winter suit it best, along with evenings and formal occasions where a confident, regal presence is what you're after.

Does Dubai Blends ship this Australia-wide?
Yes — fast and tracked to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and everywhere in between. If you like this one, check out our Opulent Mirage by Volaré for another dark, resinous option.

Pro Tip

Because this fragrance opens intensely, one or two sprays to pulse points is plenty — let it settle for 15 to 20 minutes before deciding on your final impression, as the smoky guaiac wood and elemi heart take a little time to fully emerge from that resinous opening.