In hot climates like the UAE, Qatar, and across the GCC, your perfume needs to work harder. Heat, humidity, and constant shifts between air conditioning and sunlight can impact how long a fragrance lasts and how it smells on your skin. Here's how to pick the perfect scent for warm weather:
1. Fresh Citrus Notes Are Your Best Friend
Fragrances with bergamot, lemon, grapefruit, or mandarin offer a clean, refreshing feeling that cuts through the heat. These are ideal for daytime use and feel cooling on the skin.
Try: Oqba Wakra – a burst of bergamot, lemon, and lavender – designed for warm days.
2. Save Sweet Gourmands for the Evening
Heavy vanilla or caramel scents can feel overwhelming during the day. Opt for lighter scents under the sun and reserve richer perfumes for air-conditioned nights or cooler seasons.
3. Choose Eau de Parfum (EDP) for Staying Power
In high temperatures, you need a stronger concentration. EDP lasts longer than Eau de Toilette (EDT) and handles sweat and sun better—ideal for GCC conditions.
All Oqba Perfumes are crafted as Eau de Parfum for lasting performance.
4. Look for Floral, Green & Aquatic Notes
Jasmine, lily, and green or marine-inspired scents are subtle yet noticeable. They don’t overwhelm, and they bloom beautifully in hot weather.
Explore: Khor by Oqba – floral freshness with a soft touch of pear and jasmine.
5. Apply Smart: Pulse Points, Not Direct Sun
Spray on wrists, inner elbows, and behind the ears. Avoid applying directly on areas exposed to strong sunlight like the neck—heat can alter the scent and irritate skin.
Need a scent made for warm weather?
Discover the Oqba collection fragrances crafted to thrive in the heat of the GCC and beyond.
