Note

Frankincense (66)

All 66 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.

This ancient ingredient brings an aura of mystique and spirituality to perfumery. Rich and resinous, it evokes a sense of warmth and tranquility, often reminiscent of the smell of sacred spaces and incense burning in a dimly lit temple. The scent is both woody and balsamic, with an underlying sweet, slightly peppery facet that can transport wearers to distant lands. Its richness lends depth to compositions, frequently found in aromatic, woody, and oriental fragrance families. Frankincense serves as a bridge in perfumes, harmonizing and enhancing other notes, while also grounding heavier compositions with its weighty yet ethereal character. It often emerges in the heart notes, imparting a sense of calm and contemplative introspection. Its presence can evoke nostalgia and a spiritual connection, making it a favored choice in both luxury and niche fragrances. When used masterfully, it elevates a perfume, providing a profound complexity that resonates deeply with the senses, enveloping the wearer in a warm, inviting embrace.

Overview

66 fragrances · 25 brands · £7.99–£110

Lattafa Creative Art — dupe of Original Creation

Fragrances

  • Lattafa Creative Art — Inspired by Original Creation — 8.9/10 — £29.99
  • Arabiyat Prestige Marwa — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Imagination — 8.9/10 — £44
  • Bujairami Boss Life — Inspired by Frédéric Malle The Night — 8.8/10 — £50
  • Lattafa Al Dana - Niche Emarati — Inspired by Nishane Hacivat — 8.6/10 — £34
  • Zimaya Anhaar Dune — Inspired by Amouage Guidance — 8.5/10 — £30
  • Swiss Arabian Incense 01 — Inspired by Original - Heritage Collection — 8.5/10 — £49
  • Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Fantasme — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Imagination — 8.5/10 — £30
  • Rasasi La Yuqawam Pour Homme — Inspired by Creed Aventus — 8.5/10 — £28
  • Lattafa Maahir Gold — Inspired by Xerjoff More Than Words — 8.5/10 — £26
  • Lattafa Art of Arabia III — Inspired by Clive Christian Blonde Amber — 8.4/10 — £32
  • Afnan Daiman Eden — Inspired by Amouage Guidance 46 — 8.4/10 — £27
  • Al Aneeq Epic Maze — Inspired by Amouage Epic Man — 8.4/10 — £23
  • Zimaya Mazaaj Infused — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Imagination — 8.4/10 — £30
  • Zimaya Abadi Opulent Blue — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y Elixir — 8.3/10 — £29
  • Rasasi Hawas London — Inspired by Ex Nihilo Brompton Immortals — 8.3/10 — £39
  • Bujairami Imperial Oud — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 8.3/10 — £40
  • Lattafa La Collection D’ antiquites 1505 — Inspired by Tom Ford Cherry Smoke — 8.3/10 — £36.01
  • Arabiyat Prestige Nyla Suede — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent Babycat — 8.3/10 — £32
  • Maison Alhambra Ebene — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent YSL Babycat — 8.2/10 — £19
  • Lattafa Oud Mood — Inspired by Arabian Amber-Oud — 8.2/10 — £17
  • Ard Al Zaafaran Qidwah — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory — 8.2/10 — £22
  • Montagne Parfums Royal Aoud — Inspired by Creed Royal Oud — 8.2/10 — £35
  • Maison Alhambra Decadent Dream — Inspired by Amouage Guidance — 8.1/10 — £18
  • Swiss Arabian Enigma of Taif — Inspired by Original - cities collection — 8.1/10 — £79
  • Ajmal Incense wood — Inspired by Arabian Oud Diwan — 8.1/10 — £95
  • Lattafa Raw Human — Inspired by Byredo’s Bibliothèque — 8.1/10 — £24.03
  • Maison Alhambra Smokey Touch — Inspired by Tom Ford Tuscan Leather — 8.1/10 — £30
  • Zimaya Charisma Pour Femme — Inspired by Parfums de Marly Delina Exclusif — 8.0/10 — £20
  • House of Watan Nourin — Inspired by Amouage Interlude Man — 8.0/10 — £39.99
  • Lattafa Al Noble Safeer — Inspired by Pana Dora Sweden XVI — 7.9/10 — £24.99
  • Khalis Perfumes Black Oud — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.9/10 — £19.64
  • Copycat Fragrances Leather — Inspired by Tom Ford Tuscan Leather — 7.9/10 — £40
  • Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir — 7.8/10 — £18.99
  • IBRAQ French Tobacco — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Imagination — 7.8/10 — £110
  • Emper Perfumes Genius Victory — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir — 7.8/10 — £21.99
  • Rasasi Hawas Diva — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Olympéa — 7.8/10 — £30
  • ALT. Fragrances Noir Varnish — Inspired by Tom Ford Black Lacquer — 7.8/10 — £39
  • Lattafa Remas - Niche Emarati — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Fame — 7.8/10 — £27
  • Dossier Aromatic Pineapple — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y — 7.7/10 — £29
  • Lattafa Art of Arabia I — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Imagination — 7.7/10 — £22
  • French Avenue Francique 107.9 — Inspired by BDK Parfums Rouge Smoking Extrait — 7.7/10 — £39.99
  • Rasasi Hawas Boa — Inspired by Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777 God of Fire — 7.7/10 — £34
  • Swiss Arabian Patchouli 01 — Inspired by Le Labo Patchouli 24 — 7.7/10 — £55
  • Ajmal Shadow — Inspired by Amouage Epic Man — 7.7/10 — £27
  • Swiss Arabian Private Frankincense CPO — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.6/10 — £37
  • French Avenue Tobacco D'Feu — Inspired by Byredo Tobacco Mandarin — 7.6/10 — £34.99
  • Al Aneeq Oud Sahara — Inspired by Tom Ford Sahara Noir — 7.5/10 — £7.99
  • French Avenue Paradox Azuree — Inspired by Taif Al Emarat T10 The King — 7.5/10 — £34
  • Oakcha Dune Dance — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.4/10 — £35
  • IBRAQ Half Moon — Inspired by Essential Parfums Bois Imperial — 7.3/10 — £37.72
  • French Avenue Paradox Rossa — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.3/10 — £34
  • Assaf Black Wild — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.2/10 — £96.96
  • Lattafa Emeer — Inspired by Clive Christian Town & Country — 7.2/10 — £40
  • IBRAQ Black Carbon Diamond — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.1/10 — £69.99
  • Assaf Frankel Battle — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Matière Noire — 7.1/10 — £96.96
  • Ard Al Zaafaran Milena — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.1/10 — £24.99
  • Hamidi Legacy Cleopatra — Inspired by Parfums de Marly Delina Exclusif — 7.0/10 — £26
  • Assaf Miss Gris — Inspired by Original Creation — 6.9/10 — £96.96
  • IBRAQ Musk Luban — Inspired by Original Creation — 6.6/10 — £59.01
  • IBRAQ Crescent Moon — Inspired by Original Creation — 6.5/10 — £31.58
  • Zimaya Al Embratur Absolu — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Absolu — £30
  • RiiFFS Imperial Blue — Inspired by Versace Eros — £18
  • Swiss Arabian Secret Frankincense CPO — Inspired by Original Creation — £23.26
  • Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Amber Infusion — Inspired by Rosendo Mateu Nº 5 — £40
  • Swiss Arabian Soul of Bali — Inspired by Original creation Cities Collection — £79
  • Ahmed Al Maghribi Xtasy — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Universalis — £20

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frankincense in perfume?

This ancient ingredient brings an aura of mystique and spirituality to perfumery. Rich and resinous, it evokes a sense of warmth and tranquility, often reminiscent of the smell of sacred spaces and incense burning in a dimly lit temple. The scent is both woody and balsamic, with an underlying sweet, slightly peppery facet that can transport wearers to distant lands. Its richness lends depth to compositions, frequently found in aromatic, woody, and oriental fragrance families. Frankincense serves as a bridge in perfumes, harmonizing and enhancing other notes, while also grounding heavier compositions with its weighty yet ethereal character. It often emerges in the heart notes, imparting a sense of calm and contemplative introspection. Its presence can evoke nostalgia and a spiritual connection, making it a favored choice in both luxury and niche fragrances. When used masterfully, it elevates a perfume, providing a profound complexity that resonates deeply with the senses, enveloping the wearer in a warm, inviting embrace.

What are the best Frankincense fragrances?

The top rated options are Lattafa Creative Art (8.9/10), Arabiyat Prestige Marwa (8.9/10) and Bujairami Boss Life (8.8/10).

Which brands make Frankincense fragrances?

25 brands are represented, including ALT. Fragrances, Afnan, Ahmed Al Maghribi, Ajmal, Al Aneeq, Arabiyat Prestige, Ard Al Zaafaran, Assaf and 17 others.

How much do Frankincense fragrances cost?

Prices range between £7.99 and £110 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.