ABOUT

Chinese Oud refers to agarwood from Aquilaria sinensis (notably Hainan), prized for a refined, airy profile: cool, camphoraceous and incense-like, with minty-green, tea and conifer nuances, bittersweet resin, smooth honeyed wood and gentle smoke. It evokes lacquered temples, polished antique wood and misty mountain forests, more meditative and transparent than the animalic Hindi style. Perfumers use Chinese Oud—or accords that emulate it—in the heart and base to impart depth and a spiritual, elegant woodiness without barnyard heft, pairing well with incense, tea notes, cedar, sandalwood, spices and amber, while acting as a nuanced fixative.

CATEGORY · WOODY

Woody notes are characterized by their warm, rich, and grounding qualities, often evoking the essence of forests and nature. Common scents in this category include cedarwood, sandalwood, vetiver, and oakmoss, each contributing a distinct depth and complexity to fragrances. These notes are frequently used in both men’s and women’s perfumes, providing a strong base that enhances floral, spicy, or citrus notes, and creating a sense of tranquility and sophistication.