{"product_id":"pharaoh-ramses-ii-edp-80ml-maison-des-parfums","title":"Pharaoh Ramses II Eau de Parfum 80ml — Maison Des Parfums","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLarmes du Désert, the fragrance that inspired this one, retails for \u003cstrong\u003e$369 AUD\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLarmes 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Scent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePharaoh 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe base settles into vetiver, sandalwood, musk and cedarwood, a smooth, earthy, confident finish that lingers as a polished woody trail rather than fading quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Honest Note on Performance and Opening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTop Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCypress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabdanum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenzoin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHeart Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaiac Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElemi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBase Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCedarwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eScent Family: Amber Woody Incense\u003cbr\u003eGender: Unisex\u003cbr\u003eBest For: Evenings, formal occasions, and cooler weather where its richness can fully unfold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80ml Eau de Parfum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed and boxed for freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong, driven by the earthy vetiver-sandalwood-musk base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProjection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful and immediate on application, settling into a polished woody trail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSillage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Room-filling initially; confident and persistent as it dries down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn and winter, and evening or formal wear year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaveat:\u003c\/strong\u003e The resinous, incense-forward opening is intense by design — not a fragrance for those who prefer a subtle, slow build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison to the Inspiration Fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShares cypress, incense, amber, benzoin and cedarwood with Larmes du Désert's core pyramid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds around the same resinous, amber-woody foundation from Atelier des Ors' Black Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes in an 80ml bottle, at a fraction of the $369 AUD Libertine Parfumerie price for the 100ml original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReframes the original's desert-ritual mood around ancient Egyptian grandeur, while keeping the resinous DNA intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaison 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"A powerful, resinous opening that really does feel regal — this isn't a fragrance that hides in the background.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"The dry-down is smooth and earthy, exactly the kind of confident woody trail I look for in an evening scent.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\"Rich, warm and beautifully balanced. It genuinely feels like a niche-level composition at this price.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Dubai Blends\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% authentic — sourced directly from authorised Middle Eastern distributors, no middlemen, so you get the best price in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, tracked shipping Australia-wide from our local warehouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurely packed — every bottle arrives intact, guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoved by thousands of Australian fragrance fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Pharaoh Ramses II by Maison Des Parfums smell like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to the fragrance it's inspired by?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a men's or women's fragrance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's unisex. The resinous, amber-woody profile suits anyone drawn to bold, statement-making fragrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLongevity is strong thanks to the earthy vetiver-sandalwood-musk base, with the resinous character carrying well through an evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the best season or occasion to wear it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAutumn and winter suit it best, along with evenings and formal occasions where a confident, regal presence is what you're after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Dubai Blends ship this Australia-wide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dubai Blends","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49054915723447,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/5597\/8423\/files\/IMG-6598.png?v=1787716121","url":"https:\/\/dubaiblends.com.au\/products\/pharaoh-ramses-ii-edp-80ml-maison-des-parfums","provider":"Dubai Blends","version":"1.0","type":"link"}