🌲 Oud & Orientals — The soul of Arabic perfumery
Oud (Agarwood) is the most prized ingredient in global perfumery. It is obtained from the aromatic resin produced by the Aquilaria tree in response to a natural fungal infection — a process that can take decades. Per gram, authentic oud can be more expensive than gold.
✨ What characterizes Oud?
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Deep and mysterious aroma — resinous, smoky, sweet, and dark all at once
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Exceptional longevity on skin — 8 to 12 hours minimum
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Potent projection — a little goes a long way
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Spiritual center of Arab and Islamic culture
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Versatility — base for a thousand different compositions
🌹 Aromas that pair with Oud
Oud + Rose — timeless Arabic classic (Bade'e Al Oud)
Oud + Saffron — sophisticated and exclusive
Oud + Amber — warm and sensual
Oud + Leather — masculine with character
Oud + Vanilla — intense gourmand
Oud + Musk — soft and elegant
🎯 Ideal for
Special nights, formal events, autumn and winter. For those who value perfumery with cultural identity and scents that leave a lasting impression. Excellent for masculine sillage, but equally appreciated by women seeking distinctive fragrances.
📖 Types of Oud: Cambodian Oud (smokier), Hindi Oud (more animalic), Thai Oud (sweeter), Synthetic Oud (more accessible). Major Arabic houses (Lattafa, Armaf, Le Chameau, Afnan) offer authentic oud at exceptional prices.
At Froilan Luxury, we have 53+ fragrances with oud notes. First time? Start with Bade'e Al Oud (Lattafa), Khamrah (gourmand with oud) or Real Oud (Milestone).
