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Eau de parfum
MetaScent Oud Sanctum
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The History and Character of the Release
MetaScent Oud Sanctum Eau de Parfum is a niche unisex fragrance released in 2024 for those who appreciate expressive woody compositions with a deep, almost ritualistic character.
The release joined the Royal Oud Collection and immediately established its character: rich, noble and impossible to overlook.
The fragrance was released by MetaScent, a niche project from the Australian continent founded in 2018.
For this young brand, Oud Sanctum is a convincing statement of its own style, where modern fruity and green nuances meet dark resins, leather and oud wood.
Olfactive Profile
By character, Oud Sanctum belongs to the chypre and woody fragrance families, although its composition is not limited to strict classical conventions.
Amber, balsamic, citrus, fruity, green, leathery, spicy and white-floral nuances are also noticeable, allowing the perfume to develop with depth and gradually shift its mood.
The opening unfolds in striking contrast: juicy apricot and fresh mandarin soften the sharpness of black pepper, while a green accord adds a sense of coolness and living air.
As it develops, the fruity transparency becomes denser, giving way to a resinous and slightly mysterious heart.
Development on the Skin
At the heart of Oud Sanctum are amber, fig, myrrh and narcissus.
Fig brings soft, creamy fruitiness, amber sustains a warm glow, myrrh gives the composition a balsamic quality, and narcissus adds a distinctive dry floral nuance.
The base is built around oud, incense, leather and woody accords, complemented by patchouli.
This is the richest part of the fragrance: smoky-resinous, dry, deep and marked by a distinct impression of precious wood.
Over time, the scent becomes calmer while retaining its density and recognisable dark trail.
Who It Suits and When to Wear It
Oud Sanctum is positioned as a unisex perfume, so it can be chosen by both women and men who are drawn to rich oriental-woody compositions.
On the skin, it smells refined and composed. It does not try to please everyone from the first seconds, revealing itself more intriguingly the longer you experience it.
Its very strong sillage makes the fragrance especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, formal occasions or settings where a distinctive perfumed presence matters.
For the office and warm seasons, it is best to assess its intensity on your own skin in advance: Oud Sanctum can linger in the air and on clothing for a long time.
Concentration and Impression
Oud Sanctum is presented in eau de parfum concentration.
At the same time, the available information does not specify a recommended number of sprays for the skin or clothing, so it is sensible to adjust the dosage individually, starting with a small amount.
The name of the perfumer who created the composition is also not provided.
However, the formula itself clearly demonstrates the brand's direction: MetaScent combines striking oud with modern fruity accents, greenery, resins and leather, creating a fragrance with a distinctive personality.
Similar Fragrances
Those interested in the aesthetic of Oud Sanctum should explore Salvador Dali Dali Parfum de Toilette, as well as The Spirit of Dubai Majalis and The Spirit of Dubai Abraj.
They offer a way to continue discovering expressive compositions in which richness, woody nuances and a noticeable presence on the skin play an important role.
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