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 incense, perfume, …

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 …

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 permeates …

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

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 many cultures.

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 to know …

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-shaped sound …

May 1, 2025 · Oud is derived from the tropical agar tree and can be found naturally growing in the Middle East. It’s thought to have originated in Assam, India. When the agar tree becomes infected by …

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, found mainly in …