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Forbidden Scent by Ahwaz Fragrance
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Forbidden Scent

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4.0946 votesUNISEX

Forbidden Scent is a rich fruity gourmand with coconut, peach, red berries, vanilla, caramel, and amber at the center. On skin, it often opens sweet and tropical, then settles into a deeper ambery drydown with a soft powdery edge. Reviews suggest a bold, distinctive style rather than a light everyday scent. Sample first if you are sensitive to sweetness, projection, or high.

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Performance Metrics

162 VOTES
LONGEVITY
84
Eternal
28 votes
SILLAGE
78
Enormous
30 votes
LOVE / HATE
77
Liked
46 votes
PRICE VALUE
43
Fair
12 votes
RR SCORE
63
Well supported
46 votes
Ratings46
OVERALL70Well regarded162 votes
Open Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE

Wear data suggests big projection and very long longevity, so this often reads as a strong scent rather than a subtle one. Still, written reviews are mixed, with a few people reporting weak performance, so real-world wear may depend on skin chemistry and where the bottle was sourced.

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Forbidden Scent smells sweet first, then fruity, creamy, and warm. Coconut and peach give it a tropical feel, red berries add candied brightness, and the base leans into vanilla, caramel, and amber with a faint powdery softness in the background.

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The sweet and fruity accords lead from the start, but they are rounded by vanilla and amber instead of staying sharp or juicy all the way through. Caramel and coconut add a creamy gourmand texture, while the powdery facet keeps the finish from feeling overly sticky.

Community Data

355 TOTAL VOTES

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GENDER APPEAL

20votes

REVIEW SENTIMENT

56%positive
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Neutral2
Negative2

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It looks easiest to wear in fall and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.

Pros & Cons

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WHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT

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Distinctive fruity gourmand profile

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Tropical coconut and peach character stands out

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Drydown seems smoother than the opening

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Amber and vanilla add depth

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Can feel luxurious and polished on skin

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Likely strong projection for many wearers

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Often suited to evening or cooler weather

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Works for people who enjoy sweet unisex scents

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Feels more layered than a simple candy scent

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Memorable if you like rich fruity ambers

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR

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Opening may be divisive

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Sweetness can feel heavy

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Performance appears inconsistent across reviews

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Price may be hard to justify

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Not ideal for minimal or fresh-scent fans

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Could overwhelm in hot weather

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Not the safest blind buy

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Some may find the fruit accord vague

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Office wear may require a light hand

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Bottle sourcing seems worth watching carefully

Fragranxe Review

EDITORIAL
“Forbidden Scent Review”

Forbidden Scent by Ahwaz Fragrance sits in the fruity gourmand space, but it does not read like a simple sugar rush. The core idea is sweet fruit wrapped in coconut, vanilla, caramel, and amber. On paper that can sound familiar, yet the wearer feedback suggests a scent with more texture than a basic candy profile.

The opening appears to be the most debated part. Some reviewers get a bright, tropical, cocktail-like mix, with peach, candied fruit, coconut, and berries creating a lush, holiday feel. Others find the first spray less convincing, even slightly peppery or hard to place before the fragrance settles. That split matters if you judge fragrances quickly from the first minute.

As it develops, Forbidden Scent seems to become smoother and more coherent. The sweeter fruit stays present, but the base takes on more weight from amber, vanilla, and caramel. That shift is where many positive reviews land. The scent starts reading less playful and more polished, with a soft powdery warmth underneath the sweetness. Even people who were unsure at first sometimes preferred the drydown.

In character, this is not a dry, woody unisex and it is not a clean fresh scent either. It usually comes across as lush, sweet, and full-bodied, with a tropical-gourmand accent. That makes it a better fit for someone who enjoys noticeable fragrances and does not mind sweetness taking the lead. If you like airy florals or crisp citrus styles, this may feel too dense.

Performance is one of the biggest contradictions around Forbidden Scent. The community wear data points toward very strong projection and unusually long wear, suggesting a statement scent. At the same time, a few written reviews report the exact opposite, with weak presence and disappointing longevity. The safest reading is that the fragrance often performs heavily, but buying from a trusted source matters, especially if consistency is a concern.

The price conversation also deserves attention. Several comments suggest the scent can feel expensive for what it is, even when the smell itself is liked. That does not make it a poor fragrance, but it does make it less of a blind-buy candidate. Forbidden Scent is best approached by shoppers who already know they enjoy rich fruity ambers with coconut and caramel, and who are willing to sample before committing.

For the right wearer, Forbidden Scent offers a lush tropical sweetness with a more refined ambery finish than the note list might suggest. For the wrong wearer, it may feel too sweet, too expensive, or too inconsistent in performance. That balance is why it is interesting, but also why it benefits from a careful first try.

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FAQs

What does Forbidden Scent smell like?+

Forbidden Scent reads as a sweet fruity gourmand with coconut, peach, red berries, vanilla, caramel, and amber. Reviewers describe a tropical, candied fruit opening and a warmer ambery drydown.

Is Forbidden Scent more feminine or masculine?+

It is marketed as unisex, and the available wearer feedback supports that. In practice, it may lean slightly feminine for some people because of the sweet fruit, coconut, and vanilla profile.

Is Forbidden Scent very sweet?+

Yes, sweetness is one of its main traits. If you prefer dry woods, sharp citruses, or restrained gourmands, this may feel too rich.

Does Forbidden Scent have a tropical feel?+

Often yes. Several reviews point to a holiday or cocktail-like feel, with coconut and fruit giving it a sunny, exotic character.

How strong is Forbidden Scent?+

The broader wear data points to very strong projection and long wear, but the written reviews are mixed. Some people find it powerful, while a few report very weak performance, possibly due to bottle variation or sourcing.

Is Forbidden Scent long lasting?+

It is usually described as long lasting to extremely long lasting in the performance votes. Still, personal experience seems inconsistent, so sampling from a trusted source is the safest route.

What stands out most in the drydown?+

The drydown appears to center on amber, vanilla, caramel, and lingering sweet fruit. Some wearers also notice a lightly powdery or slightly spicy effect as it settles.

Is there coconut in Forbidden Scent?+

Yes. Coconut is part of the note list and shows up in multiple reviews, though it seems to sit behind the sweeter fruit and caramel for some wearers.

Is Forbidden Scent good for summer?+

It can work in summer if you enjoy sweet tropical scents, but the richness may feel heavy in very high heat. Many buyers may find it easier in evenings, holidays, or cooler air.

Can Forbidden Scent be worn year round?+

Some reviewers happily wear it year round, especially if they enjoy sweet fruity ambers. Others may prefer it in spring, fall, or cooler nights because of the density and sweetness.

Rankings

Full rankings
Overall#11,001
Top Rated#9,008
Most Reviewed#14,895
Best Longevity#2,179
Best Sillage#1,159
Price Value#65,795

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There is not enough solid evidence to call this a true dupe for anything specific. A few reviewers compare its territory to scents like Mula Mula, La Capitale, or Ahwaz Scent No 13, but the safer takeaway is that Forbidden Scent belongs in the same broad fruity-sweet luxury niche rather than being a direct copy.

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