Homme IV

HOMME IV by Kajal — "Kajal IV" for the brand — is a tribute to nomadic exoticism and the wild nature of the African savannah: the warm embrace of a Sahara breeze, the intoxicating allure of adventure, a golden sand panorama blending into glowing skies. The number four symbolically represents calmness and balance, the stability of feeling connected to the present moment, as well as the wholeness of the universe — four elements, four seasons, four cardinal points. Launched in 2023 at Pitti Fragranze in Florence alongside its twin Kajal III, it is signed by French perfumer Kévin Mathys (CPL Aromas), under the brand's motto "Memento Vivere – Remember to live". It is part of the Arqam Collection, the numbered Kajal I-II-III-IV line.

The fragrance

Homme IV is a spicy, enveloping oriental, conceived as the warm "yang" alongside the fresh, citrus "yin" of Kajal III. It opens with an exotic, spicy accord, warms into a floral-animalic heart dominated by leather, then settles into a sweet, amber base. An intense fragrance with strong character and impressive projection.

How it evolves on skin

The opening is a warm accord of davana, blackcurrant, rum and cardamom, which immediately introduces the fragrance's exotic, spicy component. The heart warms up with jasmine and palm flowers, wrapped in a soft leather that becomes the true core of the composition. The base is sweet and enveloping, built on khalas dates, musk, woody notes and vanilla.

Who we recommend Homme IV to

We recommend Homme IV to those looking for a spicy oriental with character, strong projection and long-lasting power, perfect for autumn and winter or for evenings when you want to leave a lasting impression. It's an enveloping, magnetic fragrance, suited to those who aren't afraid to stand out.

Characteristics

Our opinion

Homme IV impresses with its projection and the richness of its base: the leather is never aggressive, wrapped instead in dates and vanilla that make it warm and welcoming rather than rough. We like its bold character and long-lasting power, qualities that earned it a top-10 placement at the ÇaFleureBon Awards 2023 and a nomination at the Art and Olfaction Awards 2024.

Similar fragrances

If you love the warm, enveloping leather of Homme IV, here are other fragrances that might win you over:

• Qahwa by Marcoccia – shares the leather and the musk-vanilla base, in a more gourmand, coffee-spiced key.
• Aurora Northern Light by Atyab Al Marshoud – a leather-oud with an exotic, desert character close to Homme IV.
• Oro Nero by Bois 1920 – an amber leather with vanilla, from the same warm, enveloping soul.

Frequently asked questions

Why is it called Homme IV / Kajal IV?
The brand's official name is simply "Kajal IV": the number four symbolises calmness and balance, connection to the present moment, and the wholeness of the universe through the four elements, the four seasons and the four cardinal points.

Who created Homme IV?
The fragrance is signed by French perfumer Kévin Mathys, trained in Montpellier and Leipzig and now working at CPL Aromas in Dubai. He also created its "sibling" Kajal III, launched the same year.

What is the relationship between Homme IV and Kajal III?
The two fragrances were presented together at Pitti Fragranze 2023 as a complementary pair: Kajal IV is the warm, oriental "yang", inspired by the African savannah, Kajal III the fresh, citrus "yin".

Is Homme IV part of a larger collection?
Yes: together with Kajal I, II and III it is part of the Arqam Collection, the numbered line that forms the heart of the Kajal range.

Has it received any awards?
Yes: it placed in the top ten at the ÇaFleureBon Awards 2023 and was selected as a finalist in the Independent category of the Art and Olfaction Awards 2024.

Is Homme IV really just for men?
For transparency: international sources (Fragrantica) present Kajal IV as an explicitly unisex fragrance ("for women and men"), just like its twin Kajal III. In our catalogue it follows the numbering of the Homme line; if you'd prefer a different gender indication, feel free to reach out.

Product information

Brand

Kajal Perfumes Paris

Product name

Homme IV (Kajal IV)

Type

Eau de Parfum

Size

100 ml

Gender

Men

Made in

France