Guerlain Oud Essentiel Eau De Parfum

Guerlain Oud Essentiel Eau de Parfum was launched in 2017 and composed by perfumer Thierry Wasser. This unisex fragrance is a luxurious celebration of oud, interpreted through a Western lens while preserving its Middle Eastern soul. It delivers a refined, resinous woodiness layered with floral, spicy, and smoky elements, creating a bold yet elegant olfactory experience.

The fragrance opens with a burst of saffron, its dry, spicy warmth providing an exotic introduction. This is paired with pelargonium, which adds a rosy, green brightness to temper the intensity of the saffron. Together, they offer an energetic and slightly metallic top that immediately sets a dramatic tone.

At the heart lies the powerful presence of oud (agarwood), enveloped in lush rose and grounded by Atlas cedarwood. The rose adds softness and opulence, creating a tender contrast to the assertive, smoky nature of the oud. Cedarwood brings a clean, dry woodiness that enhances the natural depth of the core.

The base unfolds into a rich blend of leather, incense, and guaiac wood. Leather imparts a supple, animalic warmth, while incense brings a sacred smokiness that feels both mystical and grounding. Guaiac wood rounds out the composition with a smooth, balsamic finish, reinforcing the fragrance’s woody backbone.

Fragrance Notes
Top notes: Saffron, Pelargonium
Heart notes: Agarwood (Oud), Rose, Atlas Cedarwood
Base notes: Leather, Incense, Guaiac Wood