Attar: What You Need to Know About This All-Natural Alcohol-Free Fragrance

An attar or ittar is a kind of natural perfume oil distilled from flowers, herbs, spices, and other botanical supplies. It is alcohol-free with a heavy scent and has been marking its territory since centuries in various parts of India, the Middle East, and lots of other places all over the world.

If you want a scent that is pure, traditional, and good to put on the skin, then natural attar is what you deserve.

On What Grounds Attar Is Better Than Synthetic Perfume?

Unlike synthetic perfumes, attar is prepared by an entirely natural process such as steam or hydro-distillation. It is alcohol-free and thus is much more suitable for people with sensitive skin or for those who prefer their perfumes without alcohol. 

Here are the benefits:

• Long-lasting fragrance

• Soft on skin

• Made of natural ingredients

• Safe and eco-friendly

• Traditional fragrance that is not available with anything else

Types of Attar-The Popular Fragrance Family 

The attar world presents a plethora of varieties for both men and women. Given below are some of the most famous:

• Rose Attar (Gulab Attar)- Sweet and floral, just perfect for women.

• Oudh Attar (Agarwood)- Rich, woody, and luxurious, being a major favorite with men.

• Sandalwood Attar (Chandan)- Calming earthy scent- good for meditative practice. 

• Jasmine Attar (Chameli)- Sweet and romantic- apt for either gender. 

• Mitti Attar (Petrichor)- Smelling like freshly ploughed earth after a rain shower, it sounds dull.

Attar for Men and Women

The attars are unisex, but some attars are favored by a particular gender:

• For women: Rose, Jasmine, Mogra, Firdous

• For men: Oudh, Musk, Amber, Sandalwood

• Gender Neutral: Kewra, Khus, Hina, Mitti 

How to Apply Attar Correctly: The Right Way

Applying attars is unpretentious and exceedingly effective. Here's how to do it:

• One drop behind the ear, on the wrists, and neck.

• You may also put a tiny dab on the clothes (test it on a small place first). 

• Less is more-a wee bit will do. 

Best Time to Apply Attar

• Daytime use: Light florals like Jasmine or Mogra.

• Special occasions: Oudh, Amber, or any exotic blends. 

• Puja: Sandalwood attar, Rose attar, and Mitti attar are recommended and usually used for meditation and prayers.