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 …

Oct 20, 2025 · Oud is one of the most mysterious and expensive perfumery ingredients. Its lore is so profusely rich and oversized that perfume marketing departments can only dream of such a …

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 …

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.

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 …

The oud appeared in medieval Persia as the barbaṭ in the 7th century ce. Its name, from Arabic ʿūd (“wood”), refers to its aloe wood belly, in contrast to the skin bellies of earlier lutes.

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 …

May 5, 2025 · The oud (pronounced “ood”) is one of the oldest stringed instruments in the world and a central piece of traditional Arabic music. Its name comes from the Arabic word al-ʿūd, …

Feb 7, 2024 · Taking its name from the Arabic word for ‘wood’, oud is an intensely fragrant oil harvested from the heartwood of the Aquilaria tree, native to the rainforests of Bangladesh, …