INTENSE OUD Mukhalat Malaki Arabian Perfume Oil for Men & Women, Long Lasting Alcohol-Free Concentrated Fragrance, 12ml (0.40 oz) in Black Gift Box, Rose & Vanilla Notes

I was shocked how well this wore on my skin. Delightful citrus opening and wonderful scent changes into sweet and amber.Only lasts 1-2hrs but it's oil based so that's good. Actually projects well too!Blind buy worthy.

INTENSE OUD Mukhalat Malaki Arabian Perfume Oil for Men & Women - Rose, Oud, Amber, Sandalwood and Vanilla all make a very pleasant combination that isn't overbearing or obnoxious and will be enjoyed by anyone that knows about Arabian Oils.The small glass bottle comes with the "dip-stick" applicator and should also come with the optional roller ball applicator (mine was not in the box).

I’m not trying to be dramatic, but this genuinely smells like kerosene on my skin. The oil itself is thick and yellow—likely from the saffron—but any promise of rose or vanilla is completely lost on me. What I do get is leather—though not the kind that evokes luxury or a new handbag. This is worn, overworked leather that overwhelms the senses in all the wrong ways.The scent is so intense it’s giving me a headache, and while I can see how fans of very strong saffron, wood, and animalic leather might find something to enjoy here, it’s absolutely not for me.That said, Intense Oud does offer some beautiful alternatives. I really enjoy their Vanilla Musk, Jasmin, and Blush—fragrances that feel far more wearable and nuanced. Mukhalat Malaki, unfortunately, is a rare miss in an otherwise impressive line.

Great smell. Just what I’ve been looking for. The only problem was that most of it leaked out in the package because the plunger stick was missing.

Scents are a very personal thing. I've had some oud-scented soaps that I absolutely loved. They were balanced, and had a very clean scent to them. However, I find I don't quite enjoy the scent of this Intense Oud perfume oil.Oud is also known as agarwood. It's a tree that is often found in Asia and in the Middle East. It is known for it's noticeable aroma, of which the oil has been harvested and used since ancient times.The Intense Oud perfume oil is very thick in the bottle. It comes with a pipette that can be used to dab the oil onto your hand or a surface. The pipette top creates a seal in the bottle, and there's a twist top that covers that as well. It also includes a ball-bearing dropper that you can twist onto the top of the oil bottle if you prefer that type of dispenser. When I dabbed a drop on my hand, I noticed the oil had a subtly sticky feel to it as I rubbed it in. However, that went away after a few seconds of rubbing.The scent is noticeable when the oil is applied. I find the scent reminds me of a mixture of antique wooden furniture from my grandparents' home, mixed with my grandfather's cologne. Because it's an oil, the scent does not wash off easily. I washed my hands soon after dabbing some on my hand a few hours ago and I can still smell the oud oil on my hands. I actually like that the scent is more subtle after washing. It's more of a masculine scent. It seems to last quite a while, as I still smell it on my hands after a few hours and a few hand washes.I would recommend this for those who like a more traditional scent. It's got hints of other things to it - I can almost smell a bit of jasmine to it. This scent won't be for everyone, and nor will the fact that this is an oil rather than a traditional perfume. However, for those who like oud and a more traditional scent, this one may be to your liking. And hey, a little goes a long way here, so don't dollop it on too thick.

I love this Oud oil. It has staying power, but it's not overwhelming.I tried quite a few to find my favorite. This may be it. The woody scent is calming, and nature like! Very enchanting.

I'm not sure exactly how to describe this scent, but it is interesting. The overall fragrance is warm and earthy without being exactly anything that I can identify--nothing stands out as having a particular odor--such as roses or pine or whatever. It just smells like a rather neutral basic earthy fragrance with a touch of something that makes me think of what amber would smell like if it had a smell. There is a "clean" smell about it that reminds me a bit of liquid dish washing detergent in the odor as well. (If that makes any sense.) I sort of like it, but for me, it seems to lack something floral to round it out. The description mentions rose and jasmine, but honestly, I can't detect either of those in this. A bit more of either of those floral scents would definitely enhance this fragrance. I could also imagine gardenia or honeysuckle adding to it as well. As is, it seems to be a more masculine than feminine scent.I give it all due credit for lasting a long time. One mere touch--not even a drop--of the applicator on a wrist (and rubbed in using my other wrist) lasted all day. I even washed my hands several times and could still detect it, albeit a weaker scent, many hours later. This is not a fragrance to use liberally so it will definitely last a long time! Considering the longevity of the product, the price is quite reasonable--especially since I do know that essential oils can be quite pricey and producing a quality perfume is not cheap.This product was nicely packaged and could make a nice gift for someone, male or female equally, although I think men would probably enjoy it more.