Oud is renowned for its deep, smoky, and complex scent profile, often described as 'dark chocolate for the nose.' Its potency means a single drop can last over 24 hours, making it a prized ingredient in Middle Eastern perfumery and a global icon in luxury fragrances.

Attar and oud differ significantly: attar is a perfume oil made by distilling natural ingredients into a base, typically sandalwood, resulting in a softer and more varied aroma. Oud, meanwhile, is a pure extract from agarwood resin, noted for its intense and singular fragrance. While attars may contain oud, oud itself stands apart for its rarity, expense, and exceptional longevity.