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Tusornartor – :
Strange but not as strong as most would say. Plastic-y strawberry bubble bath from the 70s or 80s from Avon or Bonne Bell.
Worth a blind buy as it costs slightly more than a McDonald’s Happy Meal.
Gabriel2305 – :
Thanks to a kind fragrantica member, I was able to try Nabeel for the first time!
The reviewer who said: “doll’s head”, it took me a while to remember but in the 90s, I had a Strawberry Shortcake doll who’s hair was scented with something almost identical to Christina! I believe that’s why some members don’t detect any strawberry in this, it’s far from a realistic, juicy strawberry. It’s more strawberries and cream “flavored”. Vanillin instead of vanilla.
I like it. There’s something very addicting about this scent.
sadhcn – :
Agree with below there are no strawberries here. Vanilla musk, touch of white floral. Really enjoying it though smells super creamy and expensive! The lovely design of the rollerball helps in my perception.
dicbam – :
I was excited to try this. On me, though, it’s just straight musk and vanilla. It’s a very nice musk and vanilla but I was looking forward to strawberries. They just never showed up.
33bit – :
I just received this as a blind buy off of ebay based on previous reviews. Really interesting scent. I stumbled upon it after doing a search for perfumes with my name (yes, I’m a Christina). Right away I smelled a soft sandalwood, though it’s not listed…could just be the intermix of what patchouli, musk, amber and tobacco do to each other: just smells very incensy-green. I didn’t really get the strawberry and cream at first, but then once I re-read reviews I thought, okay yeah that must be what that soft smell is. If the mandarin and white flowers are in there, they also do their own alchemy to create their own unique smell so I can’t pick them out individually. I wanted more strawberry and cream, so I decided to layer individual oils on from The Fragrance Shop on top: Strawberry and Vanilla Cream. Adding those oils on top of Christina intensified the scent, and then a final layering-on of Christina gave it its full power. This is a nice skin scent: I can smell it, but it doesn’t scream outside of my personal space. I love that oils can be applied that way, as sometimes just a spritz of a major perfume is offensive. As a second thought, I think I’d like an intensification of the tuberose accord as well, so I may order it from TFS (Tuberose 10%) and see what that does. I’ll need to wear this for a while to really get my full impression down but overall I’m very pleased.
tomas911 – :
To me, Christina is a citrusy/warm/musky scent. This is actually much softer on me than expected; not heavy nor overpowering at all. My second experience with Nabeel/Al-Rehab fragrances, and pleased with this one, as well. Not sure why I thought these Nabeel and Al-Rehab fragrances would be powerful, they are actually quite soft on me. Looking to add a few more in the future.
skargebra – :
Like the reviewer before me noted, this smells like a doll’s head. This brought me right back to my childhood.. playing with Barbies, not a care in the world. I don’t really want to smell like that, however. It was nice for the nostalgia but not very wearable.. rubbery, plasticky fake-sweet powder and a hint of vanilla. It’s also not very strong.. no projection, definitely a skin scent.. one that fades away rapidly.
HAZAR – :
A lovely combo of strawberries, cream and sharp amber to my nose. The beginning is really lovely almost reminding me of that doll head scent. Its an oriental with a twist. The dry down reminds me of creamy fruits and tobacco. I can see some l’instant magic association though not very similar on me. Also smell that kenzo flower vibe in the dry down but Christina isn’t powdery. Can’t wait to enjoy this even more in the cooler weather.
Longevity is amazing and sillage is moderate on me.
One of my fav Arabic cheapie perfume oils. Thank you Loli xx
seka_001 – :
Agree totally with Aimeisa! I don’t get what everyone describes..boo..:-(
Judgement_d – :
I bought a 6 roll on box expecting that lovely strawberry cream scent everyone is raving about, sadly mine must be off since all I get is pepper over some cream with a touch of strawberry plus something woody hiding under it all.I got them from alrashad, so I’m not sure what happened, the scent its nice but not what I expected.
Update: after letting it sit for about 3 months, Christina has changed quite a bit, the spice has toned down and I can smell a bit more of the strawberrys and cream everyone is taking about. It’s a very soft perfume but a pleasant one to have for sure. After my experience with attars. If you don’t like it at first, let it sit for a couple months, it might surprise you!
Meamg434Diobtetty – :
What a fantastic value! Does NOT smell like a budget fragrance, Christina is perfectly blended and pleasant, sweet red berries on top of vanilla cupcakes made wearable with a hint of amber to round it out. No headaches. I can see wearing this in any season, day or night. Very pleased, will be buying more for gifts.
DarioKrmpoti – :
Christina is such a unique fragrance. The strawberry note is the most prominent, but there’s something so green and fresh about it. It’s not a “gumdrop” type of strawberry….it’s almost like they used an entire strawberry plant: the leaves, the flowers, the fruit, everything.
The strawberry is bolstered with rich, buttery florals, amber, and vanilla, but no one note jumps out at you. It’s very well-blended. A sort of milky or soapy accord ties the whole thing together beautifully. It’s the smell of late spring and it’s gorgeous.
Sillage is decent but not too strong. Longevity is about 4-5 hours before it becomes a skin scent, then it’s time to re-apply and enjoy! I can’t believe how inexpensive this is. It’s a nice quality scent and the packaging is adorable. Given the price and how pretty it is, I’d say it’s a safe blind buy.
Can be worn year-round, day or night, but I think it might feel “sticky” on a very hot humid day.
anubiass16 – :
Yummy! This is so sweet and fun..it’s a grown lady’s strawberries and cream. It’s strangely attractive..I had it on my wrist last night and kept getting whiffs of it and I had to bury my nose into it…if your wanting something fun and light, you will enjoy this one.
Ni.k – :
I bought this of Ebay. At first sniff, I thought, I know you! Then I remembered. It smells just like Cerruti 1881, on my skin.
It’s a soft, creamy floral. I don’t get any sweet, candy, strawberry. In fact, I do not detect that at all on my skin??!
But it’s a lovely grown up scent. very pretty, non offensive, feminine, and quite floaty. I am happy i purchased this one, as it’s not like anything in my collection.
projection is pretty good 7/10
Something I feel is a safe buy.
wiser34 – :
This is a must buy, slam dunk winner if you are getting into arab oils. Its strawberry whipped cream goodness with lilly and love at first sniff. Gave off a slight vintage hypnotic poison vibe on me but better. It turns different into a sweet but not cloying scent. Girly and darn near perfect on me for the genre.
De_dus – :
I agree this is like l’instant magic.. also reminds me a bit of kenzo flower with the musky powdery Ness. I love this.. its a bit headache inducing at first because I keep sniffing it but it’s the kind of smell I like after about an hour when it’s lingering nicely
evgen072010 – :
yeah! thank you! this is a beautiful little gem-i am very surptised i love it so much-i am not really a gourmand kind of girl….but i guess we all have our exceptions….
this little beauty is a strawberry musky scent-it can hold its own with the most costly of niche perfumes-yet it cost pennies…it smells sexy-yet it is a scent you would also turn to when you want to wear something when you want to cuddle under your blanket on a cold rainy day.
the scent stays true over time-rich strawberrries, and fresh cream and perhaps some violets…all ages will love this scent-
the nabeel brand is one that is quietly gaining popularity-and i am thrilled-it has many beautiful gems available-and when you can find something this beautiful for less than you spend at your favorite coffee shop-grab it-before someone else does!
tur22 – :
From the first moment I apply this to my skin it is fresh whipped cream with strawberries no lie.then you get some musk which just adds more deliciousness.
It doesn’t smell chemically or odd just pure goodness.
lolkoO – :
I adore Christina!! Its one of my very favorite perfumes not just a favorite cheapie or Arabian oil but a favorite out of all perfumes I own. It is great for layering and I use it a lot with Valentino Donna and some times with Shalimar P.I . The first time I smelled it I thought it was soapy/ musky , thought it was nice but didn’t really give it a chance before trying other things. The next time I smelled it I was wearing it fully and thought omg this is amazing!! There was no soapy smell. Instead I smelled a musky, creamy strawberry and Lily! It gets creamier and more violet like as it wears. I think it smells like whipped cream, full fat cream, strawberries , lilies and violets. Its sweet, fluffy, creamy, and musky! The performance is outstanding! I can smell it the next day still when I wake up. It stays on clothes forever and the sillage is perfect!! I put Christina in my hair, nap of neck and on my clothes and skin and it is never irritating to my skin a nd hasn’t stained my clothes. I pop off the rollerball , pour a little in my hands, rub my hands together a nd then spread on my clothing and hair. This is definatly worth trying!! 5/5 😉
akimbo88 – :
Aha. 😀
Thank you, thank you, Fragrantica staff for adding Christina to the database. We are indebted to you!
I’ve wanted to write this review for a VERY long while. Christina is one of the best perfume buys I’ve ever made – period. It’s a 6 ml roll on attar that currently retails for around 3 dollars (with shipping, around 6 dollars, depending on your seller). Nabeel is a brand quite similar to Al Rehab in pricing, but with a slightly different twist on fragrance. Their scents include some terrific western dupes, as well as eastern blends – pungent and strong as you could find. The company is a good example of the quality of the best middle eastern bargains, which is GOOD.
Christina is not one of those amazingly strong nagarmotha scented behemoths Nabeel does so well. No, this is a quite feminine, western style scent, suited for the young or young at heart. At first she is a pleasant acquaintance who initially seems ‘nice’. Later you realize what a true jewel she is! Christina blends well with any company, harmonizing and contributing with equal skill. She never stands out, and yet always lends the most scrumptious quality to any event.
This is a versatile and lovely aroma, which can actually become addictive, something my chypre loving heart did not expect at all. I thought this a pleasant enough fragrance – a creamy strawberry vanilla musk, if you will. But, oh, the longer Christina is on skin the more she shines. Longevity and sillage are moderate, but never too soft. Layering potential, unlimited!
Don’t be fooled by the simplicity of strawberries and cream here. She could delight your 8 year old daughter AND please your 58 year old mother. (I wouldn’t put it past your grandmother to be interested also!) Christina is a versatile budget princess, able to entrance all ages of women. The best stocking stuffer notion I’ve had in years, in fact! <3
Update – The longer I’ve had her the more Christina’s complex side comes out. I’m now getting only a whiff of strawberries and a lovely melange of creamy, orchid based florals. Just Charming!
urok1569 – :
This fragrance is so heavenly. It’s a huggable scent. If you like soft fruity florals, please try this. This is one of those perfumes that has a real scent texture. I think it’s the lily and tuberose, which always smells creamy and rich, and comforting.
The strawberry is there but just enough to give this fluffy whipped creamy perfume a pink scent. If that makes sense.
It’s sweetly smooth, but this is not a cotton candy or overly sugared concoction. That tobacco note might be the mystery note that makes this really interesting.
For such a cute, cuddly smell it is a powerhouse!
Makes such a great layering oil. I have yet to find a combo that doesn’t work with Christina. My favorite right now is Christina+Rasha, and also very good is Christina+White musk.
Also: Christina over Johnson’s Bedtime Baby Lotion=heaven!!
Christina+Passport Paris=sweet fluffy pink puff bliss
лапочка – :
Never been happier, seen a new fragrance added. Also never been happier from any budget Arabic oil, than from Christina. There is something in it, that instantly triggered all my points of satisfaction. I will be honest, I do not smell notes of the pyramid. It mostly reminds me of Guerlain’s L’Instant Magic, with its iris-almond powder, than of anything else or of heliotrope with almonds.. It is so feminine and fluffy, like you are flowing in the sky on a white dreamy cloud, drifting towards a far away land of No-Worries. I just re-apply and re-apply – on my arms, on my neck, on my clothes. Before I never understood when people wrote “I want to bath in this fragrance”. Well, now I do.