‘Eagle Eyed Stranger’ by Ojar perfumes explores the mystical allure of Frankincense. This oriental woody fragrance greets you with the essence of summer, and is emboldened with white amber.
Ojar was founded by Sheikha Hind Bahwan of Oman, who conceived the brand’s collection of fragrances, as well as its design and visual campaign. Elaborating on her passion for perfumes, she says: “I see perfume as a lifestyle; it is a signature that you bring wherever you go.”
Sheikha Hind’s Ojar presents fragrances that blend influences the East and the West, while paying tribute to the art and rituals of Middle Eastern perfume making. She chose the name Ojar for her brand because it derives from the word Hojari, widely regarded as the finest quality of frankincense resin in the world. Frankincense happens to be one of the key ingredients of the brand.
Hojari is harvested from just one location – Oman’s Dhofar mountains, near Salalah. Frankincense, in general, has an ancient and rich history in Oman. Primarily used as an ingredient in perfumes, it is also used extensively in traditional medicine and religious ceremonies. The precious resin, with smoky tones, is harvested in April, when the aroma of fresh Frankincense surrounds the area around Salalah.
Sheikha Hind has curated eighteen unisex fragrances, each with a distinct personality, but also to complement one another when layering. Thus, enabling customers to find their “signature” scent. The 18 fragrances, produced by Givaudan, the renowned Swiss perfume house, are presented in six collections, each comprising three fragrances.
The six collections are each based on a core ingredient: Frankincense, Oud, Rose, Honey, Sandalwood, and Musk. Eagle Eyed Stranger is one of the three Frankincense fragrances, along with Routes Nomades and Forgiven Outrage.
Eagle Eyed Stranger starts off with the essence of summer with Bayberry and Lily of the valley (Muguet), coupled with the essence of incense. Then, Dry Woods, Oakmoss and Vetiver combine to create a woody tone, followed by the base notes composed with White Amber, Pimento and Birch.
The hero product of the brand is “Absolute” – an alcohol-free perfume oil. The perfume is 25% concentrated and formulated to be long-lasting. It is presented in a slender, travel-friendly 20ml bottle with an innovative double cap featuring a roll-on and a glass stick applicator. The fragrances are also available as 15ml eau de parfum and 100ml body oil mist.
