The Perfume Library

Tigerlust 1990

9.1

Ensar Oud

Floral · Fruity · Gourmand

Ensar Oud Tigerlust 1990 is a dense unisex oud with a woody, smoky and animal character, lifted by spicy and resinous touches; it has been discontinued. The scent rests on a dark woody base where Papua, Sri Lankan, Chinese and Malayan oud sit together. Sichuan pepper adds spice, while tobacco and castoreum deepen the leathery, smoky side and civet pushes the animal edge forward. Osmanthus and frangipani bring a floral note, blackcurrant a fruity sweetness, and musk and ambergris soften the whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and voters rate it highly overall. It reads as unisex. Ensar Oud Tigerlust (Pure Parfum) and Ensar Oud Tigerlust: SE have a close profile.

Chen Xiang

8.3

Elixir Attar

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Elixir Attar Chen Xiang is a unisex scent built on Chinese white tea, Chinese Blue Lotus and Chinese oud, pairing a floral softness with a smoky, woody depth. The notes read as one whole: white tea and blue lotus bring a gentle floral note, while the oud lays down a woody, smoky base. Mongolian deer musk and ambergris add an animal, resinous warmth, and the spicy, oriental side stays in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without disappearing. The votes are few, so this is only a rough guide. The scent has a dense, oriental character that suits both men and women. Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Excellent Amber and Arte Profumi Harem Soirée have a close profile.

Subliminal

9.3

Nebiru Parfvms · 2026

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Nebiru Parfvms Subliminal is a unisex perfume with a resinous, smoky and woody character, where a touch of citrus brightens a dark base. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong, so it stays on the skin for a long time and carries well around the wearer. The number of votes is small, so this impression is not definitive. It is unisex and does not lean toward either side. Italian bergamot gives a bright citrus start. Fossilized Himalayan amber, Chinese oud, pine and Iranian mastic resin settle in beneath it. Peru balsam and tolu balm add sweetness, while the Somalian and Omani frankincense absolutes keep the whole thing resinous and smoky. Cep and shiitake absolutes deepen that smoky side.

Purple Kinam (2025)

8.2

Ensar Oud · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Ensar Oud Purple Kinam (2025) is a unisex fragrance that sets a floral and fruity opening over a sweet, creamy, resinous oud base. The top is led by Turkish rose, May rose, strawberry and raspberry, with black tea, patchouli and mimosa softening the heart. In the base, Burmese oud, cedarwood and ambergris weigh in, and the dry-down settles into a woody, resinous depth. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, and most voters score both high, though the sample is small. It leaves a noticeable trail and sits comfortably on either women's or men's skin. Its profile is close to Ensar Oud Purple Kinam (Pure Parfum) and Mind Games French Defense.

Youxia (Extrait de Parfum)

8.6

Elixir Attar · 2025

Floral · Green · Sweet

Extrait de Parfum

Elixir Attar Youxia Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, green core with spice, wood and a touch of smoke. Yuzu, Sichuan pepper and ginger open fresh and sharp. The heart is crowded with flowers, among them geranium, jasmine, osmanthus, neroli and Chinese rose, while the chrysanthemums and hyacinth carry the green side. Sandalwood, Chinese oud and musk settle into a creamy, resinous, smoky warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though few people have voted so far. It suits anyone, man or woman, who wants a spicy floral with a dark wood base. Jo Malone Dark Amber & Ginger Lily and Al Haramain Oudh 36 Nuit have a close profile.

Vesta

7.8

Extra Virgo · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Extra Virgo Vesta is a unisex scent where honey, beeswax and resin meet in a sweet, spicy warmth. The notes read as one whole: honey, propolis absolute and beeswax give the scent a dense, waxy sweetness. Violet absolute and iris add a soft floral side, while black grape brings a fruity edge. Spices and clove keep it warm, frankincense, benzoin and Chinese oud carry a resinous, woody depth, and peppermint lightens the heavy texture with a touch of coolness. The few voters so far find both longevity and sillage good, and the overall rating is high, though with so few votes this is only a first impression. The dense, sweet character sits comfortably on anyone. Extra Virgo Florilegium and Anatole Lebreton Bois Lumière have a close profile.

The History of Kinam Oud

8.1

Areej Le Doré · 2023

Areej Le Doré The History of Kinam Oud is a unisex oud fragrance built around Vietnamese oud, Chinese oud and white ambergris; it has been discontinued. It opens with clary sage absolute, orris absolute and ambrette seed alongside Vietnamese oud. Chinese oud and mimosa take the heart, and the base holds white ambergris and more Vietnamese oud. Oud carries the main line throughout. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It is unisex, worn by men and women alike. Its value for money is rated low. Ensar Oud Royal Kinam 2.0 and Ensar Oud Kyara LTD 2.0 have a close profile.

Florilegium

7.5

Extra Virgo · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Extra Virgo Florilegium is a unisex fragrance with a floral, sweet core, spiced by resin and smoke and warmed by an animalic edge. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though with few votes this is more a tendency than a firm verdict. Its dense, warm build suits cooler weather, and it reads comfortably on both men and women. Tuberose absolute and gardenia lead the floral side, while honey, vanilla and beeswax add a creamy sweetness. Spices, rum and Chinese oud pull that sweetness towards a woody, smoky depth, and civet with propolis absolute leaves an animalic, resinous trace. It reads as one dense blend rather than separate layers.

Kinamo

8.0

ATon · 2025

Aquatic · Green · Synthetic

ATon Kinamo is a green, woody and smoky unisex scent, with aquatic and earthy touches that lighten its rugged character. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. There is not enough voting to say which seasons or occasions suit it best; it reads as unisex. It opens with geranium, fir and jasmine alongside rose, which give it a green frame. In the heart, Chinese oud, violet leaf and sandalwood come forward. The base of vetiver, leather, myrrh and oakmoss builds a woody, smoky and animalic foundation. Overall it is dry, earthy and spicy.

Oud Sublime

7.4

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Purple Rain: Überblau

9.5

Ensar Oud · 2026

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

Ensar Oud Purple Rain: Überblau is a unisex scent that sets Vietnamese, Chinese and Malayan oud beside musk, civet and ambergris; it has been discontinued. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage very strong, though with few votes those readings should be taken cautiously. With no season or occasion votes, it can only be described in general terms: a dense, full scent that leaves a trail. The notes read as one whole: blueberry and blackcurrant give a fruity, sweet side, while spices, frankincense and sandalwood ground it in a woody, spicy base. Civet, muskrat and hyraceum add an animal warmth, and Tonkin musk and ambergris keep it powdery and creamy.

Melati Gaharu

8.9

Hunayn · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Hunayn Melati Gaharu is a unisex floral and woody scent that sets tuberose and several jasmines against oud; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though the vote count is small. It suits any gender, and its dense, full character sits more comfortably in cooler weather and evenings. Tuberose and red champaca open the scent, while a run of jasmines and vetiver form the heart, giving a fresh, green, creamy floral effect. At the base, Assam, Malayan, Cambodian and Chinese oud leave a sweet, oriental woodiness.

Tonkin Dream V2

9.2

House of Heartistry · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

House of Heartistry Tonkin Dream V2 is a unisex scent built around Tonkin musk, several oud notes and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, so a small amount fills the air and lasts. It reads comfortably on both men and women. The notes are not split into top, heart and base, so it smells as one dense whole. Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese and Borneo ouds set a woody, earthy ground, which Mysore sandalwood softens into something creamy and powdery. Vanilla and Tonkin musk add sweetness and an animal warmth, while floral and fruity touches and a resinous depth stay in the background.

Private Blend: Funkmaster

8.4

Ensar Oud · 2025

Spicy · Woody · Animal

Ensar Oud Private Blend: Funkmaster pairs Chinese oud with civet and castoreum in a spicy, woody, animalic unisex scent. Voters rate its longevity as very strong and its sillage as strong, so it stays on skin for a long time and carries well. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a tendency. It is a unisex scent, and there are no season or occasion votes. Chinese oud, civet, castoreum and hyraceum lead the scent, with Sichuan pepper adding spice while beeswax and the musks soften the harder edges. Black tea, blackcurrant and jasmine stay in the background. The overall impression is smoky, leathery and distinctly animalic.

RobinHoOUD

7.7

GRG · 2025

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

GRG RobinHoOUD is a unisex fragrance that sets citrus and floral brightness against a sweet, spicy and woody base. Blood orange, mandarin and pink grapefruit sparkle first, while damask rose, osmanthus and red frangipani soften that freshness into something floral and fruity. Cognac and tobacco absolute deepen the sweetness, and Thai oud and Indonesian sandalwood bring out the woody side. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though only a few people have voted, so these ratings are tentative. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, and its sweet, spicy build suits cooler days best. Rancé 1795 Secrète Euphorie and Solstice Scents Gin Flower have a close profile.

Kummatty

8.5

Chera People · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Chera People Kummatty is a unisex fragrance that pairs the coolness of pine and citrus with the depth of oud and frankincense, fresh yet woody in character. It opens with pine, yuzu, peppermint and green pepper, with kumquat and Fujian cypress adding to the cool, green feel. In the heart, davana, lily and red thyme bring a floral, spicy turn. The base of Thai and Chinese oud, frankincense and tree moss leaves a resinous, woody ground. Longevity is rated strong and sillage is strong too; most voters rate longevity high. It reads as unisex. Too few votes have been cast to say which seasons or occasions it leans towards. Heeley Menthe Fraîche and Houbigant Néroli Bleu have a close profile.

Croatian Iris

8.2

Jinx · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Jinx Croatian Iris is a fresh, floral unisex scent in which orris absolute, orris butter and violet lead, resting on a warm, spicy, woody base. It opens bright with bergamot, neroli, blackcurrant and spices. In the heart, peach, violet, Iris pallida, Iris germanica and tobacco give the floral centre a fruity sweetness. The base brings Mysore sandalwood, Kashmiri musk, civet and oakmoss, adding a woody, animalic depth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the sample is small, so this is only an early impression. It reads unisex rather than leaning to either side. Ensar Oud Iris Ghalia (Parfum) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Garden of Eden

9.3

Ensar Oud

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ensar Oud Garden of Eden is a unisex scent that sets the floral sweetness of jonquil, jasmine sambac and tuberose against six different ouds; it has been discontinued. The flowers come forward first, with a fresh, green feel. Vietnamese, Hongkong, Indonesian, Cambodian, Chinese and Borneo ouds add a woody, spicy depth, while beeswax and Tonkin musk soften everything into something creamy. Chypre and fruity touches stay in the background among the accords. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this should be read with caution. It suits men and women alike who want a floral, oud-led character. Cabotine and Ted Lapidus Création have a close profile.

Jasper no Kodō

8.0

Folkwinds · 2023

Green · Spicy · Woody

Folkwinds Jasper no Kodō is a green, woody and resinous unisex scent built around copal resin, juniper berry and fir; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. No votes exist for season or occasion, so it can't be placed there; it reads as unisex. It opens with copal resin, blackberry, Canadian hemlock and Palo Santo, giving a cool, forest-like air. In the heart, Borneo oud, jonquil, lotus and gardenia add a soft floral touch. The base settles into Virginia cedar, white ambergris, tonka bean and oakmoss, woody and earthy.

Al Ghaliyah / الغالية

9.0

Al Shareef Oudh · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Al Shareef Oudh Al Ghaliyah / الغالية is a unisex fragrance that brings together Taif rose, bakhoor and three different oud notes. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong, though the number of votes is small. With its dense, smoky and spicy character it leaves a clear trail, and it suits men and women alike. It opens with Taif rose, bakhoor, spices and floral notes. In the heart, musk and black and white ambergris form a softer base. Malayan, Indian and Chinese oud then add a woody, resinous and leathery depth, while sweet and animalic tones run through the oriental texture. Montale Arabians Rose Leather and Xerjoff Alexandria Orientale have a close profile.

Sunset in Kyoto

6.8

Jinkoh Store · 2023

Spicy · Woody · Creamy

Jinkoh Store Sunset in Kyoto is a unisex fragrance led by Vietnamese oud and Chinese oud, softened by oolong tea and blue lotus absolute. It runs along a woody, resinous line, with the smoky, lightly spicy character of the two ouds leading throughout. Oolong tea adds a dry, calm tone to that density, while blue lotus absolute brings a creamy softness. The result is a warm, quiet, smoky oud scent. It has been discontinued, and its profile is close to Areej Le Doré The History of Chinese Oud and Mellifluence Perfume Chinese Hainan Oud.

Kinam Absolut

8.2

Faizal Privée · 2025

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Faizal Privée Kinam Absolut is a unisex fragrance that pairs rose absolute with oud, spices and leather, leaning floral and woody. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on only a few votes. There are no season or occasion votes, so little can be said about when it suits best, but its dense build makes it a fit for anyone after a composed scent that makes itself known. It opens with frankincense, juniper and mandarin orange, where the juniper and frankincense give the citrus a resinous edge. The heart holds Chinese osmanthus, rose absolute, Thai and Kyara oud, and spices. The base settles on white ambergris, Chinese oud, orris butter and leather, with sweet, creamy and oriental accords softening it. Memo Paris Cappadocia and Kilian Rose Oud have a close profile.

Chinese Exclusive: Hailam LTD (2026)

8.6

Ensar Oud · 2026

Citrus · Floral · Green

Ensar Oud Chinese Exclusive: Hailam LTD is a unisex scent that opens with citrus and floral brightness, then moves into a resinous, smoky and creamy oud depth. Sichuan pepper, bergamot, peach and red mandarin orange come first, mixing spice, fruit and citrus. The heart holds tuberose, saffron, rose and hinoki cypress, with a green, floral side. In the base, Chinese and Hongkong oud, vanilla, musk, ambergris and beeswax take over; it turns sweet and dries down woody, warm and smoky. Ensar Oud Chinese Exclusive and Ensar Oud Gardens of Firdaus have a close profile.

The 9th Wave - Sandalwood Oud

6.8

Neshama Perfume

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Neshama Perfume The 9th Wave - Sandalwood Oud is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy start against a woody, earthy and animalic base. Bergamot, citron and black pepper give it a bright, spicy lift, while nutmeg and geranium pull that freshness towards something floral and warm. New Caledonian sandalwood, Chinese oud, Atlas cedar and Virginia cedar build the woody core, with oakmoss and nagarmotha adding an earthy depth. Civet and castoreum keep the animal side in the background. An aquatic edge runs through it, and it suits both men and women. Cosmoss Sacred Mist and Mendittorosa Talento have a close profile.