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Гоосс – :
Jasmin Kama is a full bodied natural jasmin, wonderful and wearable while at the same time having a teasing dirty edge. Rania Jouaneh has made it again!
I can’t help comparing it to another favorite jasmin, Drama Nuui by Pierre Guillaume. The two creations are similar in many ways. Both are “natural” interpretations of jasmin improving and strengthening the feel of jasmin compared to pure essential oil or CO2 extract. But where jasmin Kama is deeper and warmer, probably stemming from the gentle strokes of rose and patchouli, Drama Nuui is brighter and crisper.
With Jasmin Kama I have found a new favorite jasmin. In winter time when i want a warm Jasmin I will certainly reach for Jasmin Kama, while when the urge for Jasmin strikes on a warm summer day I will still turn to Drama Nuui for olfactory stimulation.
qayz – :
Really gorgeous, evocative, never cloying jasmine with enough earth amid the flowers to keep it interesting. I am no great white-flowers fan (and in excess the accord gives me a headache) but no such problems with this one. Smells classy and natural, as well as fragrant as night jasmine wafting on a warm breeze. Lush and feminine and curvy. Not fantastically long-lived, and it’s pretty linear – it doesn’t unfold into some other wonder altogether as some Rania J things do, but continues along the same mild but seductive path. Jasmine lovers should certainly try it, and anyone openminded should give this a go even if you think it’s not going to be your bag – because it just might be.
goggyss – :
It took me a while to realise that this is indeed jasmine, but such a sombre and non-flowery approach to that scent that it comes as a complete surprise to me. And this fresh and yet dark version of jasmine to me is very unisex, unique and feels very high quality. I have only a sample but will try to find a full bottle, I can’t get enough of this mesmerizing scent.
purij – :
This is one of the samples I have tried from Rania’s ridiculously inexpensive sample set (12.50 EUR for 7 x 1ml sprayers, including free shipping even to the US!). I find all of her fragrances interesting, well balanced, quality-smelling, and definitely niche-y — it’s hard to imagine a designer fragrance smelling like any of these. All are natural-smelling, last a long time, and are fairly quiet with subtle to moderate projection.
This is probably the only one out of the 7 fragrances that I don’t particularly enjoy. On my skin it opens with almost pure indoles — actually, almost indistinguishable from halitosis. The indolic opening calms down slightly after a few minutes, joined by patchouli, and for most of the next few hours this is mainly about indoles riding on patchouli, with the indoles even more prominent closer to the skin. Still, to my nose, not what I would call pleasant. However, as Jack_Hunter said, this is a kaleidoscopic fragrance, so the sweeter and more floral aspects of jasmine (and a bit of the rose) do occasionally rise and fall. Very gradually (too gradually for me), the indoles fade.
Perhaps because the florals here are not particularly sweet, I don’t actually find this to be especially feminine. It seems quite unisex, at least on my (male) skin.
Having now tested all 7 of Rania J’s samples, I can say emphatically that she has a recognizable style. Most of the fragrances are built on a distinctive “Raniade,” which I believe is composed of (a somewhat barnyard-y) oud in combination with resins, particularly labdanum. In Jasmin Kama, the “Raniade” is either not present or is tamped way, way down. Yet even without these characteristic notes, the fragrance still somehow bears Rania’s distinctive style. And that, to me, is kind of remarkable, and a testament to her maturity and skill as a perfumer.
Even though I don’t find this particular fragrance very pleasant, it is an interesting one. If you like indolic perfumes, don’t mind patchouli, and want something distinctive and natural-smelling, this could work for you. But it is definitely not a safe one to buy blind, nor to wear in circumstances when you don’t want to risk polarized reactions. Test first, and use with caution.
aneriamisdisaaa – :
Now this is indeed a unique take on the pretty white flower! Jasmin Kama is full of bright personality.
Zingy to open with bergamot, then textured with rough patchouli, and sweetened with rose. This accord is a little like sweet rock rose incense with a little sharp animation that’s almost animalic, like a drop of galbanum or a scratch of civet. A little like Creed Jasmal but with added divine sweetness.
Heliotrope is what sets this fragrance apart making this jasmine rather transcendent, blessing this flower with some opalescent, holy light anointed with candied musk. Van Cleef & Arpels Bois d’Iris has the same effect, only with iris as the featured flower instead of jasmine.
Original, yet easy to love, even if you don’t like jasmine, as this fragrance in the dry down is as much about the heliotrope and woody animalic musk. Jasmin Kama is a highly addictive floral confection!
SPIRITmen – :
I absolutely adore this perfume! On paper it’s not my idea of heaven in a bottle but I loved it from the first moment……why? First I get a hit of very smooth jasmine with no rough edges then it’s followed by, dare I say this a type of musk popular in the 1970’s. It last a reasonable amount of time and lingers beautifully on clothing. It shouldn’t appeal but it does and it works, on my skin. It reminds me of the perfumery in a very expensive department store circa 1972ish. It’s gorgeous and I want it and I will get a full bottle.
hiz658Unlogrere – :
If someone at the perfume counter had told me this contains jasmine and musk, I’d probably put it down and walk away without a backward glance. As it turns out, this came together with the rest of Rania’s fragrances in the discovery set and to my surprise, this and not Ambre Loup is the one that stood out.
This is a no-drama, very grown-up jasmine. The white floral here is not desperate, hysterical and clingy as many night whites are. The musk is there. BUT! It sets off the dusky jasmine so beautifully. I couldn’t believe musk can be used so sublimely. Certainly the patchouli helped as well by grounding the jasmine further into earthy territory, though it is not a note one can isolate from the rest in this fragrance.
I would say, this offers something even to committed fans of jasmine. Ambre Loup is pretty spectacular but this is an eye-opener.
Endrik – :
Very unusual jasmine, just beautiful and quite a departure from most jasmines out there. The patchouli, bergamot and musk make all the difference here, imparting an aromatic and herbal freshness that I’ve not experienced in any other jasmine fragrance.
The closest comparison I can make is to LUSH Lust, but this does not dry down so sweet as that. It is very calming and cooling to me and I wish I had discovered it earlier in the summer because I would probably be wearing it 75% of the time. It is that good, and may very well have just dethroned my beloved Lust.
There is no bitter green element to ruin the flower aroma. I just breathe deep and enjoy its simple complexity. I know that is a contradiction in terms, but it is true! It is so smoothly blended that no one note dominates the others. The only thing I cannot detect is vanilla (thankfully! Vanilla has its place in perfumery; I do not need to have it in everything).
Rania J is one of the most impressive perfumers in the modern world. I own and love her Lavande 44 for its unique take on lavender. Longevity is incredible, as in all day, and fragrance remains true; never degenerates into a generic perfume drydown.
For a unique take on jasmine, you should not miss this.
hoataNeaxia – :
Right now the jasmin is blooming outside my house. I’ve been wearing a sample of Jasmin Kama for a few days and it really seems very natural to me. But just like the flowers, when you’re too close, the scent can become overwhelming. It’s a very nice perfume, but for me it lacks some freshness…
msp283Bessinepome – :
Starts out on me as a soapy, soft jasmine, then in 15 minutes it’s a powdery, lemony candy. Yes, it’s hard to find a jasmine that works on my skin, still looking…
iwz780speagoessenda – :
On application you get a quick burst of fresh sweet like bergamot followed by a animalic dirtiness from the in-doles which quickly unfurls the blooming jasmine in all its glory.
The jasmine smells very natural and is soon joined by patchouli which seems to tone down the jasmine making the scent more earthy in its scent.
Eventually more notes come into play which tends to change the nature of the jasmine. I can smell musk, woods and a little sweetness. Sometimes the jasmine smells earthy and other times sweet and candy like.
A very good kaleidoscopic jasmine fragrance where other notes are cleverly used to change the nature of the jasmine. Its a pleasure to see how the jasmine changes when other notes subtlety come into play. Thumbs up from me for a clever play on the jasmine note!
ECCoburn – :
This went on a citrus blast then quickly became a powdery jasmine then quickly became a synthetic, dirty patchouli.
lesya14 – :
I really like this one. I never knew if I was a fan of jasmine, but this puts jasmine in the ballpark of one of my favorite notes.
I find it rich and thick, yet able to be worn in the summer. I don’t get much patchouli, but rich candied jasmine. It lasts for about 6-7 hours on me with medium sillage.
Byhosymomnemn – :
Opens very indolic and lush, a bit of alcohol, sweet, a bit soapy, lots of a very earthy jasmine. Then citrus, bergamot maybe, more jasmine– and something tingly and fizzy made me sneeze, too! The base notes are warm and woody and support a sweet & sour jasmine.
Very heavy and intoxicating, like true jasmine smells when the flowers open on hot summer evenings. This would be a great summer night perfume.
This is a very strong fragrance, one spritz is enough for me. Sillage and longevity are moderate.
mattka1985 – :
Well, there isn’t much of jasmine in “Jasmin Kama”. If you don’t count the opening, but wait for the scent you will be stuck for most of the time the fragrance will stick your skin, then there’s almost no jasmine at all. Well of course at the opening I get jasmine – heady, indolic and extremely animalic, BUT as soon as the scent settles, it’s almost gone, no – overpowered by a mess of cedar, patchouli and musk. Very cloying, animalic and I don’t like at all. I expected something better.
wuzkxxwxinj – :
The first few seconds are a rich heady jasmine, followed by a long heart that I first described as shower-curtain-floral. Later someone pointed out the fruitiness of it, and shower-curtain floral began to smell of apricot fizz over white flowers. Underneath it all is something dark and rich, quite possibly patchouli but also reminiscent of the bases of all the other Rania J creations I have tried, and that is no bad thing. Overall this is unusual, arguably beautiful, and certainly multilayered. But for me, fruit or plastic are generally deal-breakers, and Jasmin Kama does not quite rate an exception.
Edit:
Oh, how things change. Now it’s a lovely sugared jasmine, reminding me of Sweet Anthem’s Caroline, only smoother and better balanced. This would make a great replacement for Caroline.
TwemiTivy – :
I agree with Vie Café on the note pyramid, the one listed here is not conclusive. The bergamot hits at the opening and remains quite persistent on me. The musk, sandalwood and jasmine play supporting roles in this on my skin. The heliotrope gives this scent a powdery vibe, somewhat akin to the powder in YSL’s Paris. It also has a similar bright sparkling nature, like in old bottles of Yvresse/Champagne. The sillage and longevity are good, about a foot from the body and longevity over four hours so far and maintaining the sillage. I find the quality good with no synthetic notes apparent. However this is more of a green/citrus scent and not so much a jasmine oriented scent. It would be on the other end of the spectrum from creamy jasmines like Serge Lutens’ A la nuit.
evgenfanat – :
A new take on jasmine. I get tired of all the brazen, green jasmine scents available. This is almost boozy, never sharp, and slightly conjures the dank, earthy aspect of jasmine. Definitely something animalic happening here! The patchouli and cedar here are indifferentiable from the white flower, all three in a perfect lazy harmony. I am dizzy from smelling my wrist! Also, something powdery-sweet in the drydown I find quite delicious. This is quite beautiful, and absolutely a *must try* for all jasmine lovers. Considering the notes, and that this is a natural perfume, the longevity is quite good–about 5 hours on my skin. Don’t be scared to order from her website–my sampler came with a handwritten note. 🙂 An outstanding perfume in its class from an outstanding niche perfumeur!
caliacaliv12 – :
Indolic and fresh at the same time. Beautiful, just gorgous. If I’d wear soliflores and florals, I’d buy that one INSTANTLY. For a pure natural perfume it is great, buy it. At least try Ranias sample set, her perfumes are outstanding.
Serzh – :
I’d like to thank Rania for the generous sample pack of the Rania J line. I have thoroughly enjoyed each offering from the house as they all have a distinct feel and character.
Jasmin Kama is a luscious white floral that basks in the glory of the jasmine flower. The patchouli anchors the jasmin somewhat but does not temper the indoles and animalic lure of this beauty. This is very feminine and best worn by a strong, sultry woman.
Wear this on a hot summer night. You will be noticed!