LabdanumOpens with
Nard Himalayan (Jatamansi)Heart
Agarwood (Oud)Dries down to
Richard FraysseThe nose · 20 fragrances · also made Pour Un Homme de Caron 2017 (2017)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Caron · Sold as unisex
Secret Oud
The quiet certainty of stepping into a dimly lit study filled with the scent of old books and warm spices, where every note feels both familiar and new.
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Secret OudPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessTome 3 L'Être · Zadig & VoltaireMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares labdanum and damask rose8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Secret Oud by Caron was launched in 2018 and crafted by perfumer Richard Fraysse, blending the opulent warmth of oud with fresh spicy notes and earthy herbal accords. The fragrance opens with a burst of Damask Rose and Jasmine, which gives way to the rich depth of Agarwood (Oud) and Labdanum. This composition is both bold and intimate, creating an olfactory experience that is as nuanced as it is enveloping.
Secret Oud is best applied in small amounts — one or two sprays are enough to let the rich base notes develop gradually. It pairs well with cooler evenings when its warmth can be fully appreciated without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Secret Oud, Caron
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Richard Fraysse
Richard Fraysse, a third-generation perfumer and son of Lanvin's André Fraysse (creator of Arpège), was the in-house perfumer for the House of Caron — a company that, from its founding, has always employed its own dedicated nose.
Designer Caron
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Still under the radar: loved by 21%, disliked or hated by 21%.