The world is full of plants with unique, mystical scents that awaken the senses and leave us wanting more. One of these precious plants is agarwood. Although little known, agarwood is widely used in perfumery. Once you have experienced its fragrance, it is easy to see why it is called “liquid gold”.
Agarwood is a rare and very valuable tree that grows in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Eastern India, China, Bangladesh, Burma, Thailand, Papua New Guinea and the island of Borneo are some of the places where the tree, also known as Oud or Aoud, finds the right climate to grow. The part from which the oil used in some of the most luxurious perfumes is extracted is the heartwood. This is where a dark, dense resin collects, formed as the tree defends itself against a rare type of mould that attacks its bark. This process occurs extremely rarely, which is why the final product is so expensive.
Many Eastern cultures and peoples have used agarwood and its many applications for thousands of years. It is prized not only for its divine scent but also for its healing properties. In traditional Chinese medicine, agarwood is used to treat the digestive system and the kidneys, to boost energy and as a pain reliever. According to Ayurveda, aromatherapy with this magical wood can open your chakras, calm your mind, fill you with positive energy and drive away negative thoughts.
In the past, only high-ranking and wealthy people could get close to agarwood because of its high price. It is still expensive today, but many more people can enjoy it thanks to the wonderful perfumes that contain it. Many perfumes with an intoxicating oriental scent contain agarwood. And once you have felt the bliss of its aroma, you will very likely go looking for exactly such perfumes. That is why we will help you by presenting some of the best-loved perfumes with Oud extract.
The first perfume on our list comes from the Dutch brand Nasomatto. It was founded not so long ago, in 2007, and became famous for its unconventional fragrances. The brand’s style is all about originality and provocation, which are hard to resist. Black Afgano is a unisex fragrance with deep, exotic and refined accords. In its scent you can detect smoky, woody notes and, of course, agarwood. Although strong, this perfume can become your signature everyday scent.
Trussardi is an Italian fashion house with its own collections of men’s and women’s clothing, accessories and perfumes. The brand has dozens of men’s and women’s fragrances, including the perfect choice for lovers of exotic agarwood: Amber Oud for men. As the name suggests, this perfume combines the scents of amber and Oud. In the luxurious combination of notes we can also pick up lemon, frankincense, pink pepper and patchouli. It is a great choice for all men who love sensual oriental fragrances.
Jacques Bogart launched its first perfume in 1975 and has been releasing new scents ever since. In 2014 it also launched the unique One Man Show Oud Edition. This men’s perfume is an incredible blend of tempting aromatic spices, fresh bergamot, leather and Oud. The bottle it comes in radiates the same warmth and mystery as the fragrance inside.
Montale is a brand inspired by the mysterious Orient. Its founder, Pierre Montale, fell in love with oriental scents and began offering perfumes that express the warm exoticism of the East. Among them is Montale Aoud Cuir d’Arabie. The beautiful bottle holds refined notes of leather, birch, tobacco and Oud. Although most of the brand’s creations are unisex, this one is made specifically for men, skilfully underlining their masculinity.
The famous German fashion house Hugo Boss has also been inspired by the stunning agarwood. Boss Bottled Oud for men was launched in 2015 and is the fragrance symbol of high quality, luxury and mystery. It contains rich notes of saffron, cinnamon and clove, fresh citrus and sensual sandalwood and agarwood.
Etienne Aigner is a German fashion brand founded in 1965. Among the wide range of products it offers, we can also choose the brand’s perfumes. The unisex perfume Aigner No1 Oud, launched in 2014, is the last Oud perfume on our list, but definitely not the least. This fragrance contains spicy cinnamon and clove, floral notes of rose and jasmine, leather and agarwood.
Agarwood holds a long history, mystery, sensuality and devotion. The scent of this plant, with which nature has gifted us, is magical and unforgettable. So experiment, explore and try the fragrance that thousands of people are in love with!
