2011
Misk Al Oudh
Nazir AjmalThe nose · 27 fragrances · also made Al Shams Special EditionPortrait →

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Ajmal  ·  Sold as unisex

Misk Al Oudh

The quiet intensity of an intimate library where the scent of aged books meets the warmth of woody incense, creating a cocoon of comfort and refinement.

3.5016 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
oudmuskypowderyfresh spicyanimalic
Misk Al OudhBudget · under $40

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityEternal61% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak8%
Weak0%
Moderate31%
Long lasting15%
Eternal46%
SillageModerate40% say strong or enormous
Intimate7%
Moderate53%
Strong13%
Enormous27%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

NotesAs listed

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex67%
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Feminine33%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2011, Misk Al Oudh by Ajmal is a fragrance that embodies the house’s mastery of perfume making. Perfumer Nazir Ajmal crafted this Oriental scent with an emphasis on rich and complex accords like oud, musky notes, powdery undertones, fresh spicy elements, and animalic nuances. The composition opens with the distinctive warmth of oud, which is then complemented by a blend of musk and powder that adds depth and sophistication.

How to wear it

Apply Misk Al Oudh in light layers to allow its rich accords to unfold gradually. The powdery base notes take time to bloom fully, so waiting an hour before reapplying can enhance the overall experience.

Fig. 01 — Misk Al Oudh, Ajmal

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03 · The nose

Nazir Ajmal

Nazir Ajmal was appointed chief perfumer of Ajmal Perfumes in 1996 and chief operating officer a decade later. He is credited with fusing Eastern and Western perfumery traditions, creating some of the company's earliest fusion fragrances, including Sarah.

27fragrances

Designer Ajmal

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.50/ 5 · 16 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 31%, disliked or hated by 38%.

Love31%
Like25%
OK6%
Dislike38%
Hate0%
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