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Oil-based perfume
Auphorie Qilin Attar
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Fragrance's Character and History
Auphorie Qilin Attar is an oil-based perfume for women and men, released in 2025 by Auphorie.
The fragrance is part of the 10th Anniversary Giveaway Exclusive Attar Collection and continues the house's interest in rich, artistic perfumery with an oriental character.
The Auphorie brand was founded in Kuala Lumpur in 2015 by brothers Eugene and Emrys Au.
Their approach is based on respect for the art of perfumery, natural materials and expressive compositions, so Qilin Attar feels less like a simple everyday fragrance and more like an independent olfactory statement.
Olfactive Profile and Development
Qilin Attar combines oriental, floral and woody facets.
The composition features animalic, balsamic, earthy, mossy, musky and white-floral accords, resulting in a multilayered, deep and noticeable scent.
Oud plays the leading role, surrounded by incense, grey amber, civet and musk.
The floral side unfolds through jasmine, rose and violet, while sandalwood, vetiver, oakmoss and earthy notes add dry woodiness, cool greenery and a natural resinous quality.
Longevity and Olfactory Style
Qilin Attar is described as a fragrance with very strong sillage.
The oil-based formula enhances its dense feel and helps the composition remain close to the skin for a long time, gradually revealing warm woody, floral and musky nuances.
This is a unisex perfume for those who enjoy expressive fragrances with character and are not afraid of complex animalic or earthy facets.
It is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, special occasions or situations when you want to emphasize your individuality rather than blend into the background.
No exact recommendations for the number of applications on skin or clothing have been provided for this release.
Given its very strong sillage and the concentration of the oil perfume, it is best to start with a minimal amount and observe how it develops on your own skin.
Perfumer and Place in the Collection
Qilin Attar was created by Emrys Au and Eugene Au.
Their authorship highlights the fragrance's connection with the brand's founders and its artistic concept: here, pleasantness and versatility are not the only priorities; texture, contrast and a memorable image matter just as much.
Those interested in a similar rich oriental aesthetic may want to explore Etat Libre d`Orange Nostos.
The Dua Brand Instant Crush on Red Tabacum and The Dua Brand Kingdom of Oman are also suitable for comparison, although Qilin Attar stands out specifically for its combination of oud, animalic, mossy and floral accents.
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