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Perfume Like Xerjoff Erba Pura: Safi by Sara Sakina Compared
- Citrus · Fruity · Musky
- Extrait de Parfum · 100 ml
- 10–12 hour longevity guarantee
$72.00 USDRegular price$101.00
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Safi by Sara Sakina shares the published notes of Xerjoff Erba Pura: lemon, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian orange on top, a Mediterranean fruit heart, and amber, Madagascar vanilla beans and white musk in the base. Safi is a 100 ml extrait de parfum, sold in Canada online and at Oakville Place, and there is a 5 ml tester.
Key takeaways
- Shared notes: all seven notes in Erba Pura's published list appear in Safi's.
- Stronger style: Safi is an extrait de parfum. Erba Pura is an eau de parfum.
- Try it first: order the 5 ml tester, or smell it at our Oakville Place boutique.
- Our own composition: Safi is an original blend mixed by Aymane Zerzkhane.
What does Erba Pura smell like?
Erba Pura is a fruity, citrus and musky eau de parfum from the Italian house Xerjoff. Its published notes are lemon, Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian orange on top, Mediterranean fruit in the heart, and amber, Madagascar vanilla beans and white musk in the base (Erba Pura note list). On skin it reads as bright, juicy citrus that turns soft and creamy as the vanilla and musk come through.
How do Safi and Erba Pura compare?
Here are the two side by side. Notes follow each house's published lists.
| Safi by Sara Sakina | Erba Pura by Xerjoff | |
|---|---|---|
| Top notes | Lemon, Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian orange | Lemon, Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian orange |
| Heart | Mediterranean fruit | Mediterranean fruit |
| Base | Amber, Madagascar vanilla beans, white musk | Amber, Madagascar vanilla beans, white musk |
| Style | Extrait de parfum | Eau de parfum |
Where do they differ?
The published note lists match, so the clear difference on paper is strength. Safi is an extrait de parfum, the most concentrated style of perfume, and comes with our 10 to 12 hour longevity guarantee. Erba Pura is an eau de parfum. Two perfumes with the same note list can still smell different, because the materials and their proportions differ, so the fairest test is to wear both. Order the 5 ml tester of Safi and try it next to Erba Pura on your own skin.
Another bottle to try
Lattafa Ana Abiyedh is a bottle reviewers often compare with Erba Pura. It shares bergamot, orange, vanilla, amber and musk with Erba Pura, and adds pear, so it reads softer and sweeter than Safi. It is an eau de parfum in a 60 ml bottle.
01Top notes
The opening
The first impression, in the opening minutes.
- LemonZesty and sparkling.
- Calabrian bergamotBright citrus with a floral edge.
- Sicilian orangeSweet, sunny peel.
02Heart notes
The heart
It settles on your skin and shows its character.
- Mediterranean fruitA luscious, juicy fruit accord.
03Base notes
The drydown
What lingers on skin and clothes for hours.
- AmberWarm, golden and resinous.
- Madagascar vanilla beansRich, dark and creamy vanilla.
- White muskClean, airy and soft.
Who should choose Safi?
- You love Erba Pura's citrus and creamy musk and want them in a 100 ml extrait de parfum.
- You want a unisex scent for spring, summer, daytime and the office.
- You want to smell it before you buy, in the GTA or with a 5 ml tester at home.
Questions about Safi and Erba Pura
Is Safi a dupe of Erba Pura?
No. Safi is an original perfume mixed by Aymane Zerzkhane for Sara Sakina. It is a separate perfume that shares the published notes of Erba Pura, but it is its own blend, made as an extrait de parfum with oils and extracts from Saudi Arabia.
Is Safi the same as Musk Safi?
No. Musk Safi by Naseem is a different white musk perfume. Safi by Sara Sakina is a citrus and fruit extrait with a vanilla, amber and white musk base.
Where can I buy Safi in Canada?
Online at Sara Sakina, with delivery across Canada and the United States, or at our boutique at Oakville Place in Oakville, on the upper level across from Sephora.
Can I smell these before buying?
Yes, for the perfumes we carry. Visit Sara Sakina at Oakville Place in Oakville, on the upper level across from Sephora, to try testers. A second boutique opens at Bramalea City Centre in Brampton in late October 2026. For Safi you can also order the 5 ml tester online.
Try it side by side. Shop Safi Extrait de Parfum 100 ml, or add the 5 ml tester from the same page. Buy any qualifying perfume over CA$40 with Safi and get 20% off Safi, or a free Safi 5 ml tester instead. Buying a tester unlocks 10 percent off your next Sara Sakina perfume with code TESTER10. For more, read what Safi smells like and Safi vs Hawas Ice vs Yara.
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