The Oud Essentiel formula is a type formula in the Woody Spicy family: 64 raw materials decoded by GC-MS and rebuilt so you can make it yourself, using materials you can order rather than captives no shop will sell you. It opens with Leather, a heart of Rose, settles on Agarwood. Below you can see every ingredient of Oud Essentiel; unlock the formula to reveal the exact percentages and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
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Exact percentages, dilutions and dosages for all 64 materials, plus the calculator that scales the recipe to any amount.
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How it worksComposition
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See exact percentages, dilutions and dosage for every one of the 64 materials in this composition.
Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 796 in the catalogue.
Its signature
These materials appear in few other formulas. They are what makes Oud Essentiel recognisable.
- Vetiverol ex Vetiver Haiti in 5 of 796 formulas
- Para-Cresyl Phenyl Acetate in 9 of 796 formulas
- Bigaradier Heart Oil in 10 of 796 formulas
- Vetiverol in 15 of 796 formulas
- Lorysia in 16 of 796 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Cairo 32 materials in common
- Oud Ispahan 28 materials in common
- Parfum De La Nuit 3 28 materials in common
- Akaster 27 materials in common
Complexity
65 materials, against a catalogue median of 60. Richer than 60% of the formulas here: expect a long shopping list.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Iso E Super in 691 of 796 formulas
- Hedione in 656 of 796 formulas
- Ambroxan in 469 of 796 formulas
Reviews
5.0· 1 reviewOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Aaron MezaVerified buyer
tested a bunch of Woody Spicy alternatives last month — this was the clear winner. had someone ask me what i was wearing at a bar — they were shocked when i told them. absolute banger, already ordered a backup bottle.
FAQ
What is the Oud Essentiel formula?
The Oud Essentiel type formula is a Woody Spicy composition of 64 raw materials, decoded by GC-MS analysis and rewritten so every material can actually be bought. It is our own interpretation, not a copy of anyone's sheet.
What notes are in Oud Essentiel?
Oud Essentiel features notes of Leather, Rose, Agarwood.
How many ingredients does the Oud Essentiel formula have?
The Oud Essentiel formula contains 64 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Oud Essentiel recipe?
Yes. The unlocked formula lists every material with its exact percentage and dilution, which is what you need to weigh it at home. The ingredient list on this page is public; the dosages come with the formula.
How much does it cost to make Oud Essentiel at home?
Making your own Oud Essentiel from the raw materials costs a small fraction of a retail bottle — the exact materials and quantities are in the unlocked formula, plus a batch calculator to scale any amount.
Do I need experience to use the Oud Essentiel formula?
No. The formula is already in parts per 100, and the batch calculator turns it into the grams to weigh for whatever amount you want to make. You need a 0.01 g scale, perfumer's alcohol and the raw materials on the list.
