Woody

Laotian oud smells like the heart of an ancient forest after rain—deeply resinous and woody, with an animalic warmth that's almost leathery. Imagine dark, aged wood infused with medicinal earth and a subtle sweetness reminiscent of honey or tobacco. It's woody, yes, but with a creamy, almost unctuous quality that clings to your skin. There's a faint funkiness too—organic and earthy—like opening a drawer of aged cedarwood that's been storing precious textiles for decades. Not floral or fresh; this is raw, mature, and profoundly grounding.

Spicy

Saffron smells like warm honey touched by smoke, with an underlying earthiness reminiscent of dried autumn leaves. Imagine the aroma of golden turmeric, but more refined and mysteriously bitter—think of expensive spice markets where threads of crimson-gold sit in wooden bowls. There's a subtle animalic quality, almost leathery, paired with a faint metallic sweetness. It's intoxicating rather than fresh, wrapping around you like cashmere warmed by sunlight.