RAYHAAN 2025

Crimson

OrientalMiddle EastMenEau de Parfum

Opens warm and resinous with Pink Pepper, Cinnamon, Cardamom; Heliotrope, and Patchouli; Benzoin settling into a spiced, ambered heart of Heliotrope, Patchouli, Geranium, and Sandalwood over a deep, enveloping base of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, and Tolu Balm.

The bloodline

CentaurusCreedStrong

This bottle carries the Centaurus DNA. Shares 10 notes with the original.

cinnamonpink peppersandalwoodpatchouliheliotropegeranium+4 more

Climate fit

Cool & Cold Best in winter and evenings, can feel heavy in peak Indian summer.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Centaurus by Creed. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
fall
winter
year-round
Wear for
date night
evening
formal
statement
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Crimson bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

WarmBalsamicGourmandFloralSweetWoodySpicyTobacco

Longevity

7h

Sillage

Moderate

Launched

2025

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
Pink pepper
Pink pepper
cinnamon
cinnamon
C
cardamom; heliotrope
P
patchouli; benzoin
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Crimson is widely considered inspired by Creed Centaurus, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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