Oud Absolu
Men Women 2026
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Description
Oud Absolu by Neil Jacquet: An Oriental Woody Fragrance for Men and Women Oud Absolu is a new oriental woody fragrance from Neil Jacquet, created for women and men. It arrives in 2026 as the latest addition to the house. The scent was composed by Clément Marx, with oud, leather and warm spices at its core. Calabrian bergamot opens the…
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Key notes
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Top
Calabrian Bergamot
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Heart
oud wood
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Base
patchouli
Community
3 votes
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- Negative 0%
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Leading answer I want it
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Leading answer Love it
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Fragrance profile
About Oud Absolu
Oud Absolu by Neil Jacquet: An Oriental Woody Fragrance for Men and Women
Oud Absolu is a new oriental woody fragrance from Neil Jacquet, created for women and men. It arrives in 2026 as the latest addition to the house.
The scent was composed by Clément Marx, with oud, leather and warm spices at its core.
Calabrian bergamot opens the composition with a bright, citrusy sparkle. Cardamom and saffron then add a gently fiery warmth, giving the top notes a lively, sophisticated edge.
In the middle, oud wood takes command. Leather and Egyptian papyrus lend a dry, slightly smoky quality, creating depth without making the blend feel too dense.
The base is softer and more inviting. Patchouli gives an earthy backbone, labdanum adds a golden, amber-like resinous warmth, and vanilla wraps the drydown in a light veil of sweetness.
Neil Jacquet describes the accords as citrus, warm spicy, leather, oud, fresh spicy, aromatic, woody and animalic. These layers make it a rewarding choice for anyone who likes complex, evolving scents.
Marx has struck an elegant balance between the intensity of oud and the freshness of the opening notes. The result is a fragrance that feels both timeless and modern.
This scent is made for lovers of oud and leather, and for those who enjoy deep, spicy orientals. It works particularly well for evening wear and colder seasons, and as a unisex fragrance it's easy to share.
Oud Absolu is a bold, beautifully judged release from Neil Jacquet. It offers a rich yet approachable interpretation of the oriental woody family, and its early 5/5 rating points to something very special.
Spices Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic Resins and balsams
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Longevity
Leading answer Very long-lasting
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Sillage
Leading answer Room-filling
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Character
Tied for the lead Balanced / Leans masculine
2 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
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