Aoud
“The Orginal Oud” – Candle
Description
The quintessential scent of the Middle East, Oud is the jewel in the crown of any Perfumer’s ingredient collection. A precious material to own, this decadent wood note is famed for the magical effects it has on the senses. Requiring a great deal of skill to blend well, when successful, the result is nothing shy of enchanting. To scent your home with Oud is to transform it into an Arabian palace. In one flick of a match, you enter to a world of riches where Agarwood burning in Bakhoors fills the grand halls. With a golden interior glowing like sunlight over sand dunes, Roja’s Aoud candle is the ultimate example of Middle Eastern indulgence.
Notes
Top: Lemon, Bergamot, Verbena.
Heart: Geranium, Rose de Mai, Jasmin de Grasse, Ylang Ylang.
Base: Rhubarb, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Saffron, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Casmir Wood, Sandalwood, Aoud, Vanilla, Leather, Ambergris, Musk.
The Perfumer’s Insights
“The quintessential scent of the Middle East, Roja Parfums’ classic Aoud pays homage to the traditional practices of a culture that hold scent dear to its heart. Perfumer Roja Dove spent three years in the Middle East working closely with this legendary material to properly understand its complex nature. With this creation, precious Rose de Mai and Saffron create a beautiful foundation for Aoud to take centre stage, whilst a spicy and incredibly sensual base allow its beauty to resonate. It is the greatest compliment ever when Middle Eastern clients spray this Aoud and ask “how do you know our smell?” – ROJA Dove.