Agarwood, aloeswood, eaglewood, gharuwood, commonly referred to as oud or oudh (from Arabic: عود, romanized: ʿūd, pronounced [ʕuːd]), is a fragrant, dark and resinous wood used in …

Nov 4, 2019 · The complex and exquisite fragrance of Oud is a precious, rare and intriguing gift of nature that when blended with other essential oils creates an olfactory experience that …

Oud, also known as Agarwood, is one of the most treasured and talked-about scents in the world. With it’s deep, woody scent and rich history, Oud has caught the hearts of fragrant lovers in …

Jan 17, 2025 · Oud, now a symbol of luxury, has a long and storied past that predates modern perfumery by a couple thousand years. Rooted in religion and spirituality—and then a victim of …

Discover the origins, history and cultural significance of oud in this guide to the world’s most coveted woody scent.

Apr 21, 2025 · What is oud? Discover the rich history, scent profile, and why this rare note is the key to long-lasting, luxurious perfumes.

Oct 20, 2025 · Here, master perfumers and fragrance experts weigh in on everything you need to know about oud in perfumery.

Sep 16, 2023 · Oud is one of the most expensive and rare fragrances in the world—and when we tell you where it comes from, you may do a double take. Keep reading for everything you need …

Its name, from Arabic ʿūd (“wood”), refers to its aloe wood belly, in contrast to the skin bellies of earlier lutes. Originally, it had a tapered body of one piece with a neck and two crescent …

Oct 14, 2025 · Oud’s reputation as ‘liquid gold’ speaks for itself, it’s one of the rarest and most luxurious perfume ingredients out there. It comes from the heartwood of the agarwood tree, …