Bortnikoff Lao Oud Extrait De Parfum

Bortnikoff Lao Oud Extrait de Parfum – A Smoky, Spiritual Journey Through the Forests of Laos
Raw. Luxurious. Deeply enigmatic. Lao Oud by Bortnikoff is a masterclass in oud artistry—a bold, meditative, and exquisitely layered extrait de parfum built around rare, natural Laotian oud. As with all Bortnikoff creations, this fragrance is 100% natural, meticulously handcrafted, and rooted in high art perfumery.

Exotic, warm, and nuanced, Lao Oud takes you on a personal pilgrimage through the ancient jungles of Southeast Asia, where incense hangs in the air and the scent of aged wood whispers stories of time and earth. This is not just a fragrance—it’s an emotional and sensory experience, crafted for the daring and the devoted.

Available now at Scents Angel in 5 ml sample vials, 10 ml travel sprays, and a luxurious 50 ml full-size bottle, Lao Oud invites true perfume connoisseurs to explore the mystery and majesty of real oud.

🌿 The Opening – Bitter Citrus Meets Incense Smoke
The opening of Lao Oud is both unexpected and compelling. A sharp, slightly bitter citrus accord greets you first—perhaps bergamot or bitter orange—cutting through the heaviness of the base and offering a bright, cleansing contrast. This moment of freshness is fleeting but important. It introduces light into a fragrance that quickly descends into the darker, richer realms of scent.

There’s an immediate sense of ancient ritual in this introduction, as smoky frankincense begins to rise behind the citrus. The incense note here is not synthetic or churchy—it’s raw, resinous, and deeply spiritual, evoking temple rituals and sacred ceremonies.

🌲 The Heart – Pure Laotian Oud in All Its Glory
At the heart of the fragrance lies one of the rarest, most complex raw materials in the world: real Laotian oud. Rich, woody, smoky, slightly sweet, and earthy all at once, this oud is unlike anything used in mainstream perfumery. It’s wild and animalic in the most refined way, with deep nuances of leather, forest floor, dried fruits, and antique wood.

Unlike synthetic or diluted oud accords, Lao Oud showcases the full soul of the oil—one that has been aged, matured, and respectfully distilled. Layered beneath the oud are hints of Thai spices and soft florals—possibly rose and champaca—that provide a balancing act to the composition, making it more dimensional and wearable without softening its power.

This is oud in its purest, most spiritual form—arresting, mysterious, and deeply grounding.

🌙 The Base – Resinous, Balsamic, and Comforting
As the fragrance develops over hours, the dry-down becomes smoother and more meditative. Warm, golden notes of benzoin, labdanum, and myrrh create a resinous halo around the oud, amplifying its sweet-smoky qualities. There’s a subtle leather note, too—natural and soft—evoking worn saddle bags and aged books.

Finally, a veil of ambergris and natural musk lends complexity and sensuality, rounding out the composition with a touch of animalic softness and salty sweetness that lingers on the skin for hours.

The result is a dry-down that feels both ancient and modern—unapologetically bold yet deeply personal.

💫 Scent Profile – Woody, Smoky, Resinous, Animalic, Spiritual
Top Notes: Bitter orange, bergamot, frankincense
Heart Notes: Laotian oud, champaca, rose, Thai spices
Base Notes: Benzoin, myrrh, labdanum, ambergris, natural musk

A true symphony of contrasts: fire and calm, earth and sky, power and purity.

🧑 Who It’s For – The Oud Aficionado and Spiritual Explorer
Lao Oud is not for the faint of heart—it’s for those who seek authenticity, who find beauty in complexity, and who understand fragrance as a form of art and meditation. It’s unisex, but its deep, woody heart may resonate more with those who love bold, immersive fragrances.

Perfect for:

• Oud lovers and natural perfume connoisseurs

• Cold seasons, evenings, and ceremonial occasions

• Anyone who craves intensity and sophistication

• Signature scent seekers with a spiritual soul

This extrait doesn’t follow trends—it creates them. It transforms skin into sacred ground.

⏳ Longevity, Sillage & Performance
Longevity: 10–14 hours on skin; days on fabric
Sillage: Strong for the first few hours, then close and personal
Projection: Moderate to strong—noticeable but never synthetic

Due to its 100% natural extrait formulation, Lao Oud wears like a second skin, evolving beautifully and slowly throughout the day.

🧴 Available Sizes at Scents Angel
Because every scent journey is personal, Scents Angel offers Lao Oud in three carefully curated sizes:

• 5 ml Sample Vial – Ideal for experiencing the scent over time

• 10 ml Travel Spray – Take it on your spiritual or literal journey

• 50 ml Full Bottle – A treasured piece for true fragrance lovers

All sizes are decanted and sealed with care, guaranteeing authentic Bortnikoff craftsmanship and long-lasting beauty.

💬 Final Thoughts
Bortnikoff Lao Oud Extrait de Parfum is a powerful, poetic, and unfiltered experience of one of perfumery’s rarest ingredients. It’s a scent that commands attention, yet rewards patience. It lingers not just on the skin, but in memory—a soulful, immersive expression of what natural perfumery can achieve when done with intention and reverence.

If you're ready to explore oud in its purest, most elegant form, Lao Oud is your doorway.

About Scents Angel:
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