HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Original Santal vs Hawas Ice
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Hawas Ice is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Original Santal. Choose Hawas Ice when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
75/100
Longevity
80/100
65/100
Sillage
76/100
40%
Day Wear
70%
60%
Night Wear
30%
18%
Spring
35%
10%
Summer
40%
35%
Autumn
20%
37%
Winter
5%
31
Value (lower price wins)
357
Original Santal
Top
Cardamom, Coriander, Lemon
Heart
Cinnamon, Orris, Galbanum
Base
Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla
Hawas Ice
Top
Sea Notes, Bergamot, Apple
Heart
Cardamom, Geranium, Cinnamon
Base
Ambergris, Musk, Cedar
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Original Santal or Hawas Ice better?
Hawas Ice is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Original Santal. Choose Hawas Ice when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Original Santal or Hawas Ice?
Hawas Ice lasts longer. Original Santal is rated long lasting (7h - 9h) while Hawas Ice is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do Original Santal and Hawas Ice smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Cardamom, Cinnamon. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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