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Elixir Attar Al-Ghaliyah Formulation 2016 is a rich unisex fragrance released in 2016.
This expressive composition is created for those who appreciate Eastern perfumery aesthetics, deep resinous nuances and a complex development on the skin.
The fragrance was created by Elixir Attar, a brand founded in the United States in 2016.
The brand draws on ancient traditions of creating luxurious oil-based and oriental compositions, reinterpreting them through a modern perfumery perspective.
From the first minutes, Al-Ghaliyah Formulation 2016 makes its presence known with a spicy, dense and almost ritualistic accord.
Cardamom, cinnamon, clove, cumin, incense and saffron create a warm, slightly smoky opening with a pronounced spicy sharpness, while jasmine adds floral depth.
As the composition unfolds, it becomes softer and more voluminous.
Greenish henna, neroli and rosy nuances meet patchouli and a tobacco facet, making the heart simultaneously floral, spicy and earthy.
May rose adds a velvety accent, but does not make the fragrance light or airy: its character remains dense and oriental.
Al-Ghaliyah Formulation 2016 has very powerful sillage: the fragrance is noticeable in the surrounding space and maintains a strong presence around the wearer for a long time.
It is not an option for an understated office scent cloud, but it is an excellent choice for evenings, special occasions, cool weather and moments when you want to emphasize your individuality.
The perfume is positioned as unisex and may develop differently depending on skin temperature.
On some skin, honeyed-balsamic and woody nuances may stand out more strongly; on others, spices, rose, tobacco or an animalic facet may take the lead.
The available data does not specify the recommended amount for skin or clothing, so it is best to start with a small quantity and gradually find a comfortable level of intensity.
The name Formulation 2016 highlights the fragrance's connection to the formative period of Elixir Attar.
The brand's signature interest in rich resins, spices, warm florals and rare animalic nuances is especially evident here.
At the same time, the composition is not reduced to a single note: it is built as a multilayered oriental elixir that transitions from a spicy opening to a honeyed woody base.
The perfumer behind the composition, as well as its exact concentration, is not specified in the available data.
Other concentrations of this release have also not been announced, so Al-Ghaliyah Formulation 2016 cannot be compared with Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum or Extrait versions based on official specifications.
If you are interested in dense oriental compositions with spices, resins, amber and woody nuances, consider The Spirit of Dubai Turath, Roja Parfums Parfum De La Nuit No 3 and Nabeel Amber.
They may appeal to fans of pronounced sillage and rich, full-bodied scents, although each fragrance explores the oriental theme in its own way.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The top notes unfold in a spicy blend of cardamom, cinnamon, clove, cumin, frankincense, jasmine, and saffron.
At the heart, henna, May rose, neroli, patchouli, rose, and tobacco create a floral-green accord with earthy and tobacco nuances.
The base becomes rich, warm, and balsamic with beeswax, benzoin, civet, fir resin, and grey amber.
Honey, labdanum, Peru balsam, sandalwood, styrax, and Tolu balsam reinforce the sweet, resinous character and make the dry-down especially long-lasting.
As a result, the note pyramid of Al-Ghaliyah Formulation 2016 brings together spicy, animalic, floral, green, sweet, balsamic, and woody facets.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Elixir Attar |
| Segment | Natural perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://elixirattar.com/ |
| Year of production | 2016 |
| Status | Produced |
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