If you're just starting your perfume journey in Sarawak and want something you can spray every morning without thinking too hard, Rasasi is a good brand to look at. Two bottles from the same line keep coming up for daily wear: Hawas For Him and Rasasi Hawas Ice. Both are Eau De Parfum, both are 100ml, and both are made for men. Here's how they differ, so you can pick the right one before you order.
Hawas For Him EDP 100ml
Hawas For Him is the one with a full note list, which is great if you're still learning what notes even mean. It opens with apple, bergamot, lemon and cinnamon, so you get a fruity, slightly spicy first impression. The heart brings orange blossom, cardamom and plum, and the store describes the whole thing as a fresh aromatic aquatic signature. That means it smells clean and bright rather than heavy.
The base settles into ambergris, musk, driftwood and patchouli, so there's some depth once the top notes fade. In practice, this is the kind of scent that works in an air-conditioned office in Kuching, and the store also lists evening and special events as occasions. So if you want one bottle that goes from your 9am meeting to dinner later, this one covers a wider range. The store even notes that it performs well in Malaysia's warm climate, which matters when you're dealing with Sarawak humidity every day.
Rasasi Hawas Ice EDP 100ml
Rasasi Hawas Ice takes a cooler route. The store describes it as a modern fragrance for men with crisp aquatic, citrus and woody notes, creating a cool, invigorating scent. No detailed note list here, but the picture is clear: fresh, clean and easy to wear.
Where it shines is versatility. The occasions listed are casual, formal and everyday, and the store specifically mentions daily wear, office and casual outings. If your week is mostly work, errands and mamak sessions with friends, this is the simpler choice. You don't have to think about whether it fits the moment, because a cool fresh scent pretty much always does in this weather.
Which one should you pick?
Both are 100ml EDPs for men, so the size and concentration are the same. The real difference is in the scent style and the occasions they lean towards.
- Pick Hawas For Him if you want more detail in the scent. It has that fruity opening of apple and lemon, a spicier edge from cinnamon and cardamom, and it's listed for office, evening and special events. Good if one bottle needs to handle work and nights out.
- Pick Rasasi Hawas Ice if you want something cool and straightforward. The crisp aquatic, citrus and woody character suits casual days, formal settings and everyday use without any fuss.
For a total beginner in Sarawak, either works for daily wear. If you like the idea of noticing different notes as the day goes on, go with Hawas For Him. If you just want a clean, cool scent you can grab every morning, Rasasi Hawas Ice is the easy answer. And honestly, starting with either one beats guessing with a random bottle.
Quick tips for beginners
- Both are EDP concentration, which is a solid starting point for daily use.
- Spray on pulse points like your wrists and neck, and let the heat of the day do the rest.
- Since Sarawak stays hot and humid, a fresh aquatic style like these two is generally a safe direction for daytime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which one is better for office wear?
Both are listed for daily wear and office use. Hawas For Him also covers evening and special events, so it's the one if you want a bottle for work and nights out.
What's the main difference between Hawas For Him and Rasasi Hawas Ice?
Hawas For Him has a detailed note list with a fruity, spicy opening and an aquatic heart. Rasasi Hawas Ice is described as crisp, cool and invigorating with aquatic, citrus and woody notes, so it's the simpler everyday style.
Are these good starter perfumes for beginners?
Yes. Both are 100ml EDPs made for men, and both are suited to daily wear. The fresh, aquatic styles also make sense in Sarawak's hot and humid weather.






0 Comments
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!