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    Hindi Quademe - A smooth Indian

    I recently got a package from Agar Aura with lots of samples of different ouds. The one that really piqued my interest was Hindi Quademe, a Manipour distillation from 2006. I'm not well versed in Hindis (or even oud in general) but I thought this was "the bomb". Very smooth, animalic but not...
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    Where can I buy genuine Mysore Sandalwood oil?

    I'm not sure if this is the correct forum to answer this question, but I'll give it shot. After trying good Japanese sandalwood sticks and sandalwood on the heater I'm interested in trying a fine Mysore oil. I've tried the Indian Sandalwood oil from Ananda Apothecary, but I didn't like it. It...
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    Which resins do you like?

    Besides Frankincense and regular Myrrh, what are your favorite resins for aromatic use? I have ordered Omumbiri resin ( Commiphora wildii) from Namibia, Breu Claro (Breuzinho, Protium heptaphyllum) and some sticky Copal Blanco (Bursera odorata). I also ordered "Royal Hougary" and premium grade...
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    Oud and mental well-being.

    I'm not ashamed to say that I have suffered with anxiety and depression for years. I've found it has become a lot better after regularly burning Oud-chips and Japanese Aloeswood sticks, and in the last week, wearing Oud-oil. Not only does it "center" me and calms me down, it reminds of the...
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    Does Encens d'Angkor have a barnyard scent?

    After trying the Assam Organic and not liking it all, I'm wondering if Angkor has similar notes? I mean no offense to Ensar or the distiller or the people that like it, but it wasn't my thing. I've seen some mentions of "fecal" notes in Angkor on this forum which worries me. I'm looking for...
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    Is Oudimentary a good source?

    Is oudimentary.com a good source for oud-oils and agarwood chips? They are very cheap, are their products good? I'm an oud noob and don't know much about which sources are good.
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    Any oud-oils that smells like a Japanese incense stick?

    Does it exist? I'm in love with Japanese incense, and I was wondering if there are any ouds that smells like a burning high-end incense stick. Preferably with deep, dark, spicy, musky and almost musty notes, like Kyara from Minorien, Tokusen Syukohkoku from Baieido and Ranjatai from Shunkohdo...
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    Any specific recommendations for a first time oud-oil buyer?

    I have never tried an oud oil in my life, and I'm wondering where I can buy an oil that is beginner friendly. Not too funky, but not too plain either. I'm used to burning agarwood, but have never tried an oil. Are there any sites that are "safe"? Ergo; not selling fake oils or oils diluted...