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OJAR
Niche brand · Sur, Oman

OJAR

OJAR connects Omani fragrance culture, six ingredient worlds, and modern perfumery in wearable unisex compositions.
Sur, Oman · founded 2020
OJAR fragrance bottles and perfume oil in a warm still life
Founded
2020 by Sheikha Hind Bahwan
Origin
Oman, shaped by Sheikha Hind Bahwan's hometown of Sur
Collections
Frankincense, honey, rose, sandalwood, musk, and oud
Creative method
Traditional perfume rituals meet Western know-how and Givaudan expertise
Signature format
Alcohol-free Absolute oils with glass-stick and roll-on applicators
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15 fragrances to sample
The story
OJAR was founded by Sheikha Hind Bahwan and draws from Oman's fragrance culture. The house connects traditional rituals with Western perfumery know-how and organises its fragrances around six ingredient-based collections.
Three themes are directly tied to Oman: frankincense from Dhofar, rose from Jebel Akhdar, and honey from Rustaq. Oud, sandalwood, and musk complete the palette. The result is a collection intended for both individual wear and deliberate layering.
01 · An Omani founder

Sheikha Hind Bahwan's fragrance memory

Sheikha Hind Bahwan describes her childhood in Sur as an early education in scent: her mother made personal blends at home, while family travels brought rare oils and materials into everyday life. That experience shaped the idea for OJAR, connecting Omani fragrance culture with a contemporary global language of perfumery.
Official OJAR image of a woman in red holding a perfume oil
02 · Six ingredient worlds

From Dhofar to Rustaq

The brand explains that OJAR takes its name from Hojari, a prized frankincense quality from the Dhofar mountains. Frankincense, rose from Jebel Akhdar, and honey from Rustaq form the Omani axis of the collection. Oud, sandalwood, and musk extend it into six themes that can be worn alone or layered.
OJAR Ciel d’Orage Eau de Parfum in an official product image
03 · Ritual and the present

Layering as a personal scent language

OJAR translates fragrance layering into a modern format. Its alcohol-free Absolute oils offer a glass stick alongside a roll-on as a traditional application method. Together with the Eau de Parfum compositions, this creates a system in which wearers can choose their own combination of ingredient worlds and intensity.
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10/10
A zesty-fruity opening of blood orange and pink pepper that immediately creates a vibrant, slightly spicy freshness. In the heart, an elegant rose blends with white amber, vetiver, and patchouli into a structured, slightly earthy yet modern florality. The drydown becomes soft, creamy, and subtly sweet through vanilla and white musk, while oakmoss adds a dry, classic depth. Overall, a balanced-fresh fragrance with floral elegance and a gently warm base.
ArtisufRed Redemption
10/10
A soft, almost transparent opening in which the composition unfolds in a restrained and elegant manner. Here, the oud is not dominant but finely integrated and gently framed by warm, slightly sweet-resinous nuances. As it develops, a calm, creamy woodiness emerges, giving the fragrance depth without weighing it down. The drydown remains close to the skin, soft and subtly animalic-ambery, with a quiet, modern oud signature that whispers rather than being loud.
ArtisufOud Whisper
10/10
A clearly structured, smoky opening in which the incense immediately appears dominant and builds a dry, almost sacral atmosphere. The smokiness does not seem dark or heavy, but rather airy and aromatically layered. As it develops, woody facets are added, giving the fragrance more stability and body without overshadowing the spiritual, almost meditative incense signature. The drydown remains linearly smoky with a clean woody structure and a calm depth.
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8.3 / 10from 58 approved reviews by our community
The noses

Perfumers of Ojar

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Jordi Fernández

Jordi Fernández represents a unique voice in contemporary perfumery, having carved his path through passion and dedication rather than traditional formal training.
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Dalia Izem

Dalia Izem's path to becoming one of contemporary perfumery's most compelling voices began in the aromatic landscapes of North Africa and the Middle East.
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Michel Girard

Michel Girard represents the pinnacle of French perfumery tradition, carrying forward three generations of olfactory expertise from Grasse, the world's perfume capital.
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Nanako Ogi

Nanako Ogi's path to perfumery began in the rice fields and forests of Japan, where her early fascination with natural scents would eventually shape her artistic vision.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who founded OJAR?
OJAR was founded by Sheikha Hind Bahwan. Her Omani background and early experience with family fragrance blends form the documented starting point of the house.
What does the name OJAR mean?
The brand derives OJAR from Hojari, a prized frankincense quality from Oman's Dhofar mountains. Frankincense is therefore one of the six central themes in the collection.
Which perfumers are linked to OJAR at Parfinity?
The Parfinity catalog links OJAR fragrances to, among others, Jordi Fernández, Dalia Izem, Michel Girard, and Nanako Ogi. Parfinity currently has no entity page for Margherita Carini.
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