Sweet Psycho

“Sweet Psycho by Akbari Review, a sweet raspberry rose with a sharp citrus opening”

Sweet Psycho by Akbari sits in the fruity-rose sweet spot, the kind of scent that leads with a bright spray and quickly makes its intentions clear. The note pyramid points you straight at lemon and fruity notes up top, raspberry and rose in the heart, then woods, iris and musk underneath. In practice, the overall feel is simple and direct, a sweet rose and raspberry core that is easy to recognise from the first minutes.

The opening is the most energetic part. One wearer describes it as sharp, citrusy and very rosy, and that matches what you would expect from lemon paired with a rose-forward floral accord. If you like a crisp, slightly biting start before the sweetness settles in, this style can be satisfying. If you prefer your rose soft from the beginning, the first spray may feel a little pointed.

As it develops, Sweet Psycho keeps the raspberry and rose in the spotlight. Jasmine is present more as a supporting floral texture than as a dominant white-flower statement, so the fragrance tends to stay focused rather than turning indolic or heavily heady. After the brighter opening, it can settle somewhat into a creamier version of itself, still sweet, still rosy, but with less sharpness. The base notes suggest a smooth, cosmetic-leaning finish with iris and musk, warmed by sandalwood and cedar, which helps the fragrance feel more rounded as the hours pass.

Performance is where you should set expectations early. Wear and projection are often described as intimate, and longevity can come across as weak. If you love the smell but want it to announce itself across a room, this may disappoint. On the other hand, if you want a sweet fruity floral that stays within your personal space, it can be easier to wear in close settings. Reapplication may be part of the routine if you want to keep the rose and raspberry noticeable.

There is also a value conversation around Sweet Psycho. One wearer who enjoyed the scent still felt the price did not quite match the experience, especially given the shorter wear. That does not mean it cannot be worth it for you, it simply means the safest path is to sample first and decide whether the specific sweet raspberry-rose signature is something you miss when it fades.

If you are trying to place it in a reference frame, a wearer compares it to Lancôme Trésor Midnight Rose because of how prominent the rose and raspberry feel. That is a helpful clue for the kind of taste Sweet Psycho suits: people who enjoy sweet, fruity rose perfumes that feel romantic and slightly candyed rather than airy or green. If that sounds like you, sample it with realistic expectations about projection and longevity, and you will know quickly whether it earns a spot in your rotation.