Bringing the Outdoors to Your Bottle: Top 5 Nature-Inspired Perfumes By Ahmed Al Maghribi
Since ancient times, civilizations have been using natural scents and oils as perfumes. This is because certain scents around us may trigger memories and emotions that send us into a nostalgic state. Most importantly, scents that remind us of natural settings often help reduce stress and keep the mood elevated. In search of some nature-inspired perfumes for men? Ahmed Al Maghribi has an astounding range of fragrances that will surely remind you of life outdoors. Here are our top 5 picks of luxury perfumes that you need to try!
1) Patchouli
This long-lasting perfume for men is an intense scent that has been fused to create a spicy, leathery, and smoky fragrance that will remind you of a lush green forest. The top notes of the perfumes include saffron and roses, while the base notes include Oud and Guaiac wood. However, the reigning fragrance note in this perfume is patchouli – a factor that serves as its strength. This is because the fragrance of patchouli has been a favorite of our ancestors, who used the scent during religious ceremonies. This was done because patchouli brings with it a soothing and relaxing aura that makes you connect with your soul. This powerhouse perfume will not only leave you feeling exhilarated but will also end up soothing those around you.
2) Muzn
Looking for something super fresh that is perfect for all seasons of the year? Muzn is the ideal oriental perfume that will remind you of the seashore and its relaxing breeze. The top notes of the perfume are marine salt and watermelons, a mesmerizing mixture that brings up an array of emotions. The marine note created by a pharmaceutical company, Pfizer in 1966, is absolutely divine since it ignites euphoric emotions and gives us a whiff of an iconic scent. The middle notes of musk and sandalwood compliment the overall mixture as these are fragrance notes that are calming yet woody, creamy, and warm. Yes, these are intense scents that are hard to ignore and are known to bring about an aura of power. Last but not least, the heart notes of fruity and amber resins is what will really win your heart as they end up creating a mesmerizing balance known as Muzn.
3) Rawdha
Rawdha by Ahmed has become a popular perfume in Dubai as it has some nature-based ingredients that we rarely find infused in one fragrance. Yes, one whiff of this perfume and your senses will be sent on a magical journey of forests across the world. Representing adventure, strength, and grace, the perfume has top notes of Hindi agarwood and saffron. Agarwood, which is found in the Middle East and Asia, comes from a wood that is now rare, while saffron is a scent that is recognized to have a relaxing effect. Rawdha then pairs a strong top note with rose Hindi, sandalwood, vetiver, and herbs. With vetiver as a heart note ingredient, it is no wonder that this perfume is often associated with sophistication. This is because vetiver is an expensive ingredient that isn’t easy to grow. In fact, vetiver crops are quite labor intensive and require a certain climate, soil condition, and cultivation technique. Over the years, vetiver has gained popularity since it has an unforgettable earthy and woody undertone that embodies the qualities of a fragrance fit for a gentleman.
4) Oud Afghano
This is one scent that is perfect for a formal gathering or a night out, as it’s strong yet classy. The top notes of the perfume include cypress and mandarin. While mandarin is citrusy, cypress is a fresh and woody ingredient. The heart notes, on the other hand, include caramel, labdanum, and jasmine. This means that the caramel offers sweet notes and adds warmth, whereas Labdanum is an ingredient that has woody accords and can easily blend in with different notes. Originating from the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East, Labdanum has a rich history. In ancient times, its collection was a unique process, where shepherds would comb the beards and thighs of goats and sheep that had wandered through Labdanum shrubs. This process helped in gathering the precious resin. The bottom notes of the perfume include Vetiver, Musk, Cedarwood, Amber, and Oud Accords.
5) Oulil Amr
Oulil Amr is another unique perfume that resonates with the true element of nature and the energy it brings. This fragrance is different from the others mentioned as it has too many notes of Cardamom and Peony mingling. Imagine the blooming peonies with the spicy cardamom. It truly is an intriguing mix that is further topped with Laos Oud and Cambodia Oud as the heart note. The base note of this scent is the woody and masculine musk and amber.
