Oud Essentiel, another fragrance released in 2017 by Guerlain as an addition to its Absolus d'Orient collection, draws on the sentiment of Oud and its ability to enchant and enthral. A fragrance best described as an Oud distinguished by freshness, Guerlain's perfumer, Thierry Wasser aimed to capture the versatility of oriental perfumery as well as the variations of Oud, in one perfume.
Oud Essentiel has a rare and refined raw ingredient with a hint of spice that evokes the red gold of the caravanserais. A saffron note and geranium meet to compose the top note of this woody and leathery accord. Cedar and very green rose deeply combine, exuding a fresh and warm fragrance. A sense of enchantment is then created by a leather note paired with the strength of gaiac wood. Finally, the smooth and dry amber accord reveals a precious facet of this fragrance, which is strong, sensual and sacred in one.
Oud Essentiel shines in a refined green bottle adorned with a luminous label reminiscent of the wooden lattices of the Middle East, set off with an elegant green and golden ribbon.