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Oud Elixir Precieux
by Dior
Oud Elixir Precieux by Dior delivers a highly synthetic, musk-forward impression that many find appealing for its clean, animalic-tinged character. It evokes a subtle honeyed woodiness and a distinct 'clean horse' or 'cough syrup' quality in the dry down, creating a surprisingly addictive and comforting aura. While some users enjoy its smoky, floral-leaning base and appreciate its longevity and sillage, particularly at night, the perfume is widely criticized for what feels like a lack of authentic oud. Most find it to be a borderline synthetic black musk blend that lacks depth, complexity, or authenticity, especially when compared to real oud oils from Middle Eastern brands. Despite being rated as unisex with most wearers favoring it in colder seasons, the pricing remains a major point of contention.
Pros
- +Offers a clean, animalic-tinged dry down that some find spiritually satisfying and uniquely comforting
- +Possesses strong sillage and very long lasting performance, making it suitable for evening wear
- +Has a surprisingly addictive and suggestive quality that some users find endearing despite its synthetic nature
Cons
- −Lacks authentic oud character; widely perceived as synthetic black musk rather than real agarwood
- −Considered overpriced given the quality and composition, especially in comparison to affordable Middle Eastern attars
- −Contains sharp, chemically aggressive notes that some find unpleasant, resembling plastic or diesel-like scents