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Perfume extract
Amouage Oud Zuhal
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Amouage Oud Zuhal — the essence of Eastern luxury
Amouage Oud Zuhal is a new unisex fragrance for 2026, presented in perfume extract concentration.
The release is part of the The Essence collection and continues the brand's distinctive exploration of the richness of Eastern materials, expressive spiciness, and the depth of woody accords.
For Amouage, the legendary perfume house founded in Oman in 1983 under the patronage of Sultan Qaboos bin Said, luxury has always been associated not only with intensity, but also with the flawless concept behind each composition.
Oud Zuhal reveals this DNA through the contrast of fiery spices, resinous amber, and noble oud.
The fragrance was created by Renaud Salmon.
In his interpretation, Oud Zuhal feels composed, confident, and richly textured: it does not seek lightness or airiness, but instead offers density, volume, and a pronounced presence on the skin.
The pyramid and development
The top notes of Oud Zuhal are black pepper, cardamom, and pink pepper, also known as red berries.
The opening is spicy, sparkling, and energetic, with the dry sharpness of black pepper and the warmer, rounder nuance of cardamom.
Oud and patchouli come together at the heart of the composition.
This combination creates an expressive woody-earthy core in which oud smells deep and noble, while patchouli adds a dark texture and a touch of natural earthiness.
The base consists of amber and oud. As a result, the drydown becomes warm, resinous, and long-lasting, while the spicy opening gradually transitions into a rich woody-ambery scent.
Sillage and wearability
Oud Zuhal is a fragrance with a very powerful sillage.
It is noticeable in the air and unfolds particularly expressively in cool weather, making it best suited to evenings, formal occasions, business events, or any moment when you want to emphasize your individuality.
The fragrance is presented as unisex and is intended for women and men who enjoy dense oriental compositions with oud, spices, and amber.
No recommended number of sprays for the skin or clothing has been specified, so it is best to build up the dosage gradually: the extract is highly concentrated, and its character needs time to unfold.
What to compare Oud Zuhal with
Those seeking fragrances in a similar oriental direction may be interested in The Spirit of Dubai Turath, Boadicea the Victorious Mayfair, and Ard Al Zaafaran Oudi.
Among similar compositions, Oud Zuhal stands out for its combination of three spicy accents in the opening, the prominent role of oud in the heart and base, and its exceptionally powerful projection.
In character, this is a perfume for lovers of amber, spicy, and woody compositions.
It does not try to go unnoticed: Oud Zuhal creates a rich aromatic space around the wearer and leaves behind a warm, dark, and unmistakable impression.
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