OlibanumOpens with
Damask RoseHeart
MyrrhDries down to
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Amouage · Sold as unisex
Opus XII Rose Incense
A private study adorned with rose petals and incense sticks, where the air is thick with intellectual curiosity and a sense of profound tranquility.
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Opus XII Rose IncenseLuxury · $250+
48%Similar accords, often for lessSauvage Parfum · DiorPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2019, Opus XII Rose Incense by Amouage is an Oriental Floral fragrance crafted by Bruno Jovanovic. The composition opens with olibanum and elemi, creating a warm and aromatic presence that sets the tone for the entire scent. At its heart, Damask rose intertwines with incense, offering a complex interplay of floral elegance and smoky depth. The base notes of myrrh, sandalwood, vanilla, and cedar provide a rich and comforting foundation, grounding the fragrance in warmth and sophistication.
Opus XII Rose Incense has a rich base that blooms over time. Apply two to three sprays on your pulse points in the morning for the full experience throughout the day. This fragrance reads best close to skin rather than filling a room, so allow it to settle before heading out.
Fig. 01 — Opus XII Rose Incense, Amouage
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Bruno Jovanovic
Bruno Jovanovic is a renowned star perfumer at Firmenich. Unlike many of his contemporaries, who create at the mercy of fragrance distribution, Bruno Jovanovic has developed a technique highly influenced by perfume classics.
Designer Amouage
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The originalOpus XII Rose IncenseAmouage · Luxury · $250+Dior · 2019Sauvage ParfumShares 4 of its 7 notes$100–250★ 4.11 (6,357)45%Match
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With Roja Dove Semi-Bespoke No. 5
Adds white floral, earthy and citrus; shares cedar and sandalwood and 1 more note.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 55%, disliked or hated by 8%.