Areej Le Doré · 2016
Antiquity (Attar)
AttarUnisex
The Story
Antiquity is a rich, dark attar that feels like stepping into an ancient spice market. It opens with a burst of black pepper and saffron, then settles into a heart of rose and oud. The base is a deep, resinous blend of ambergris, musk, and sandalwood. This is a fragrance for those who appreciate the art of traditional perfumery.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Base Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
What is an attar?+
An attar is a concentrated perfume oil, traditionally made through distillation of botanical materials. Antiquity is a pure attar, meaning it contains no alcohol and is highly concentrated.
How do I apply attar?+
Attars are applied directly to pulse points using the glass rod or your fingertip. A little goes a long way due to the high concentration.
Is this fragrance suitable for beginners?+
Antiquity is a bold, complex scent with strong animalic and oud notes. It's best suited for experienced fragrance enthusiasts who appreciate traditional, heavy compositions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an attar?+
An attar is a concentrated perfume oil, traditionally made through distillation of botanical materials. Antiquity is a pure attar, meaning it contains no alcohol and is highly concentrated.
How do I apply attar?+
Attars are applied directly to pulse points using the glass rod or your fingertip. A little goes a long way due to the high concentration.
Is this fragrance suitable for beginners?+
Antiquity is a bold, complex scent with strong animalic and oud notes. It's best suited for experienced fragrance enthusiasts who appreciate traditional, heavy compositions.
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