Musk - A warm, living, subtle scent!
You would expect Musk to smell prominent and loud but quite the contrary its profound and elusive. Its like the scent of your skin, enhanced and amplified. Original animal musk...
Dukhni Blog: A Window into Arabic Perfumery
Which bakhoor is best? And what bakhoor is used in Makkah?
Bakhoor is Arabic Incense. Often one of the key ingredients of bakhoor is Oud, also known as Agarwood. Oud is an exorbitantly expense plush wood and it is the distinct...
The quickest & most effective way to calm your mind and body!
Here are 4 ways to self soothe: - a warm drink - a chat with a trusted friend - slow breathing or meditation - a scent of perfume you associate...
How is Oud made?
Oud is a deep and exorbitantly expensive aromatic wood with a surprising staying power. Oud is captivating and invites admiration in Arab, Chinese, Japanese and other cultures. It is a...
Why the Rose is so special in the Arab World?
The power of roses is undeniable! They are one the most iconic and recognizable scents, often symbolizing love or royalty. In the Hadith, there's an account from Muhammad when he...
The Aromatic Saga Of Sandalia - History And Role In Modern-day Perfumery
A journey back in time. From the temples of Mysore in Southern India, beliefs of spiritual transcendence in Buddhism and Sufism, embalming stories of mummification in Egypt, medicinal significance in...
Does the burner you choose for your Arabic Bakhoor make a difference?
For those new to using and buying Arabic Oud Bakhoor Incense, this post discusses what the different ways are to burn Arabic Bakhoor Incense and how the way you choose...
The Enveloping Scent of Smokeless Bakhoor - By Ítalo Pereira
In a previous article, I discussed the different forms of body perfume used by people in the Arab culture, one of which is Bakhoor. The composition of these perfumes in...
Role Of Base Notes In Perfumery
It begins at the end. Perfumes are every bit as theatrical as they can get. When you start exploring the scents of different regions, you will start noticing the nuances...