SoOud 2014 EDP

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Ilham

by Arturetto Landi

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SoOud Ilham is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Arturetto Landi. Ilham opens with Red Fruits, Leather, Saffron, and Peach, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Woody Notes, Pink Pepper, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk, Oud, Patchouli, and Vanilla. SoOud's Ilham carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly captivating oriental gourmand that manages to be both unique and crowd-pleasing. If you like dense, warm, and sweet, this is a must-try. Expect to turn heads and get compliments.
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Ilham Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

This perfume's long-lasting nature and strong projection, coupled with its dense, sweet character, make it less ideal for office wear. However, its intoxicating and compliment-getting profile is perfect for dates, formal events, and evenings out.

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

  • Myroxylon Balsamum Pereirae Balsam Extract from Peru Balsam
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Ilham opens with a luxurious cascade of sweet red fruits and a distinct caramel note, softened by the rich, warm embrace of saffron and a hint of smooth leather. As it settles, a spicy, woody heart emerges with the subtle warmth of ginger and pink pepper, balanced by an earthy cypriol. The drydown is a masterful blend of creamy vanilla, deep oud, and earthy patchouli, grounded by resinous benzoin and peru balsam, creating a balmy, intoxicating sweetness that lingers beautifully.

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