Distinctive scents
Reviews describe the fragrances as unique, with some changing from smoky and strong to sweeter, fresher notes over time.
Ahmed Al Maghribi Perfumes
Bur Dubai
Ahmed Al Maghribi Perfumes is a Bur Dubai perfume store focused on Arabic-inspired and modern fragrances, with incense and oud among the recurring favourites. You can sample named scents such as Ignite Oud, Oud & Roses and Kaaf, while staff may help narrow choices to your taste.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
115 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Oud choices
Ignite Oud is described as woody and luxurious, while Summer Oud gives oud a lighter, more refreshing daily-wear profile.
Helpful guidance
One visitor said the welcoming staff helped them explore fragrances based on their personal taste.
Incense selection
Customers specifically praise the incense, including excellent incense purchases and regularly refreshed bukhour options.
Summer option
Ain is singled out as a fresh, light fragrance suited to summer.
Lotion longevity
The lotion is praised for having particularly strong staying power.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check hours. If visiting late, call or verify directly rather than relying on a 11pm listing; one Saturday visit found the shop closed at 10:30pm.
Test longevity. Wear a fragrance for a while before buying, especially if longevity matters: one customer said Ignite Oud was barely noticed after two days.
Inspect bottles. If performance seems wrong, contact the branch promptly and take the bottle in for inspection, as one customer was instructed.
Protect clothing. Test on a small area first if spraying clothes, since one review reports colour changes and spots after application.
Try bukhour. Ask to smell the incense as well as perfume; customers highlight new bukhour blends and recommend trying Ahmed's incense.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Ghazal Mall - 165 Al Wasl Rd
Al Bada', Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Oud & Roses
Oud & Roses is presented as a balanced combination of floral notes and deep oud, with one older review praising its longevity and sillage.
Kaaf
Kaaf is described as fresh and clean, making it one of the more approachable everyday options mentioned by customers.
Ahmed's incense
Ahmed's incense is specifically recommended, alongside reviews praising the shop's bukhour and incense quality.
Common Concerns
Price concerns
One customer said there were no offers or discounts and that the same price could be found in Europe.
Early closing
Several reviews say the store closed before the advertised 11pm time, including at 10:30pm.
Uneven longevity
Some customers reported newer or specific bottles fading much sooner than expected, including Ignite Oud and Al AHL.
Service complaints
Reviews describe dismissive or disrespectful interactions, including a complaint that a faulty bottle was not replaced or properly resolved.
Limited selection
One customer enjoyed the incense but found the perfume range narrower than expected.
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The Bottom Line
Ahmed Al Maghribi Perfumes in Bur Dubai is worth considering if you want Arabic-leaning fragrances, oud and incense rather than a purely mainstream perfume counter. Reviews mention named options across different moods: Ignite Oud for a woody evening scent, Summer Oud as a lighter daily oud, Ain for a fresh summer profile, and Oud & Roses for floral depth. Customers can also browse bukhour and incense, which receive some of the strongest specific praise.
The range has appeal, but the experience is not entirely consistent. One visitor found staff welcoming and helpful when matching fragrances to personal taste, while other reviews describe poor service at branches, including a disputed Al AHL longevity complaint and an interaction where perfumes were collected disrespectfully. Performance also varies in the feedback: some scents are described as lasting on clothes for days, but other customers said Ignite Oud or a newer patch faded quickly.
Check closing times before making a late trip; multiple customers found the shop closed at 10:30pm despite listings showing 11pm. If spraying on clothing, test carefully because one review reports colour changes and spots. Pricing is another consideration: a customer complained about the lack of discounts and prices comparable with Europe, while others describe the prices as reasonable or budget-friendly.