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Perfume extract
Oud Attar Royal Oud Elixir
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Oud Attar Royal Oud Elixir — a rich oriental composition
Oud Attar Royal Oud Elixir is a perfume extract with a distinctive woody-oriental character, created by the British brand Oud Attar.
The fragrance is part of the Oud Elixirs collection, dedicated to deep, resinous and luxurious interpretations of oud.
The release is presented as unisex and is intended for those who appreciate noticeable, multilayered compositions with character.
Royal Oud Elixir is an Extrait de Parfum. This format is designed for fans of a dense scent profile and long-lasting presence on the skin; its sillage is considered very strong.
It is therefore especially well suited to cool weather, evening outings, formal occasions and situations where you want to emphasize your individuality rather than blend into the background.
The fragrance’s character and development
Royal Oud Elixir opens with a fresh, spicy and slightly green accord.
Citrusy nuances of bergamot and lemon meet angelica, galbanum, juniper, elemi and peppery accents, while frankincense, myrrh and resins immediately add depth and a noble smokiness to the composition.
In the heart, the fragrance becomes softer and more voluminous thanks to a floral trio of orchid, rose and tuberose.
Their expressive petals do not make the composition airy or delicate in the classic sense: here, the flowers are woven into a spicy-resinous texture, creating the effect of luxurious oriental finery.
The final stage revolves around oud, woody notes and dark accents.
Birch, cedar and sandalwood support the dry woody framework, styrax and vanilla add balsamic warmth, while tobacco, musk and castoreum give the base density, sensuality and a touch of animalic character.
The overall impression is rich, warm and luxurious.
Wearability and dosage
Royal Oud Elixir is a fragrance for women and men who feel confident wearing expressive oriental compositions.
It may particularly appeal to lovers of oud, incense, tobacco, woody and resinous accords, although newcomers should get to know it gradually: the scent is pronounced, multifaceted and not intended to go unnoticed.
No precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing have been provided for this release.
Given its Extrait de Parfum concentration and very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a minimal application and assess its development on your own skin before increasing the dosage.
On fabric, the fragrance may last especially long, so it is best to test it first on an inconspicuous area.
History and similar fragrances
The release year of Royal Oud Elixir, the perfumer’s name and information about other concentrations are not specified in the available data.
Nevertheless, the fragrance conveys the aesthetic of Oud Attar well: its emphasis on rich oriental motifs, precious woody nuances and a noticeable sillage makes it an expressive representative of the Oud Elixirs collection.
If you would like to explore a similar style, take a look at The Spirit of Dubai Turath.
For comparison, you may also consider Nimerè Parfums Marquise / Marquise and The Spirit of Dubai Oud — these fragrances may appeal to those seeking a complex, luxurious and memorable scent with an oriental character.
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