Note
All 201 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.
This distinctive fragrance note evokes a sense of spirituality and mystery, often associated with rituals and meditation. Its scent is rich, warm, and resinous, enveloping the wearer in an aromatic embrace that can range from smoky and woody to slightly sweet and balsamic. The character of incense is both grounding and ethereal, creating an atmosphere that encourages introspection and connection to deeper emotions. It can transport you to ancient temples or sun-drenched deserts, making it a powerful element within perfumery. Often found in oriental and woody fragrance families, incense serves as a key component in compositions aiming for complexity and depth. It harmonizes beautifully with notes like sandalwood, myrrh, and amber, enhancing their richness while adding its own sensual allure. In a perfume, it typically functions as a base note, providing longevity and a lasting aura, allowing the initial freshness of top notes to transition seamlessly into a deeper, resonant heart. This transformative quality makes incense a beloved choice for both traditional and modern fragrances, appealing to those seeking a unique olfactory experience.
201 fragrances · 49 brands · £6–£207

This distinctive fragrance note evokes a sense of spirituality and mystery, often associated with rituals and meditation. Its scent is rich, warm, and resinous, enveloping the wearer in an aromatic embrace that can range from smoky and woody to slightly sweet and balsamic. The character of incense is both grounding and ethereal, creating an atmosphere that encourages introspection and connection to deeper emotions. It can transport you to ancient temples or sun-drenched deserts, making it a powerful element within perfumery. Often found in oriental and woody fragrance families, incense serves as a key component in compositions aiming for complexity and depth. It harmonizes beautifully with notes like sandalwood, myrrh, and amber, enhancing their richness while adding its own sensual allure. In a perfume, it typically functions as a base note, providing longevity and a lasting aura, allowing the initial freshness of top notes to transition seamlessly into a deeper, resonant heart. This transformative quality makes incense a beloved choice for both traditional and modern fragrances, appealing to those seeking a unique olfactory experience.
The top rated options are Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan (9.2/10), Armaf Club de Nuit White Imperiale (8.9/10) and Rasasi Fareeha (8.9/10).
49 brands are represented, including ALT. Fragrances, Afnan, Ahmed Al Maghribi, Ajmal, Al Aneeq, Al Haramain, Al Wataniah, Alexandria Fragrances and 41 others.
Prices range between £6 and £207 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.