Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2018 Extrait

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Oud

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Oud opens with Saffron and Elemi, settles into a heart of Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Oud and Patchouli. Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This MFK Oud Extrait is a divisive beast. It's either a classy, smooth, and utterly luxurious take on oud, or a bizarre metallic, medicinal mess. Performance is undeniably strong, but you'll either love how it develops or be scrubbing it off.
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  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Oud Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Saffron54%
Elemi46%
Heartas listed
Vanilla100%
Baseas listed
Oud65%
Patchouli35%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its nuclear performance and bold character make it unsuitable for the office. This is a showstopper best reserved for formal events and date nights where its luxurious sillage can truly shine, especially in cooler weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

A complex and powerful extrait, Oud by MFK opens with a sharp, almost metallic saffron and elemi, a distinct and polarising kick. This soon mellows into a creamy vanilla heart, softening the initial edge. The drydown unveils a rich, boozy Laotian oud, blended seamlessly with earthy patchouli, creating a dark, smooth, and impressively long-lasting trail. Expect quality ingredients masterfully composed.

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