A Fragrance That Defines You!
In this post we are going to explain you all about Oud. And what makes it so luxurious , and why is it must to own a bottle of Royal Oud.
It is one of the most expensive and desirable perfume ingredient in the world .It has an intoxicating musky scent and is been used for centuries in India, Southeast Asia and Middle East. Today it is the base of most exotic and expensive fragrances in the West .
Let's Know More!
Oud is derived from the wood of tropical Aquilaria Tree(agar), a genus that includes 15 different species. The origin of the tree is in the Assam region India, Bangladesh and Southeast Asia.
When the wood of this tree gets infected by parasites, it ends up in producing a precious, dark and fragrant resin. This is the Oud. It is estimated that only two percent of trees are able to produce it. It not only increases the price but also leads into the most expensive wood in the market. Additionally, many of these trees are now threatened species.
The Oil
The oil of Oud can be extracted by distillation of the wood or by melting the resin.
It is a non irritating oil and can be used directly on the skin.
As per Forbes , it can cost $5000 per pound.
Facts
Due to its rarity, high demand and difficulty of harvesting , it is considered as one of the most expensive oils in the world.
The annual Oud market is considered as one and half times the value of gold. Thus it is often called as liquid gold. However the exact value depends upon the source. Certain tree species produce more valuable Oud. Also Oud that occurs naturally is much expensive than the Oud produced by artificial infestation of parasites .
THE AROMA
Oud is used and valued by great perfumers worldwide for its warm sweetness mixed with woody and balsamic notes.
When used in perfumes, it is considered as the best base note because of its longevity and extreme impact.
Synthetic Oud (Cheaper and Artificial Version)
Nothing but a major disappointment. It tends to be more leathery and woody as it sacrifices the warmth, sweetness and balsamic notes, and thus is much cheaper.
WHY YOU SHOULD OWN ROYAL OUD
A bottle for everyone because it is
- Enigmatic
- Sensual
- Evocative
- Masculine
- Luxurious
All This at an Affordable Price!
This is an ideal perfume for those who appreciate a fragrance with power. Those who actually want to leave a long-lasting impact. Make no mistake, it is complex, subtle, aromatic with a lot of influence. From a family gathering, to a wedding, to a date night, to a formal meeting. Oud is for any and every occasion. It's exclusivity and exoticism will make you stand out of the crowd. Above all it is a fragrance that stands as a epitome of power, prestige, status and class.
At the end of they day your aroma will do the talking for you.