Urban Apothecary
‘Oudh Geranium’

Score: 83%

Notes: geranium, praline, oud, rose, jasmine, amber, vetiver, patchouli

In their words: This majestic and rich Oudh scented candle is pure luxury. Oudh is one of the most highly valued ingredients of the perfumer’s palette. This rare and resinous wood from a tropical tree is loved for its smoky and aromatic woody character. In this oriental composition, the unique scent of oudh is freshened with geranium’s rosy tones and deepened with smooth notes of amber, vetiver, patchouli and praline.

In our words: This candle smells like what we imagine Hugh Hefners’ library might’ve smelled like (as if he had a library). It’s unfamiliar in scent yet instantly comforting, like how I imagine falling in love might feel. Oud is an instantly recognizable scent that feels smoky but doesn’t fall into the category of woody.