- BILAL MATEEN DHAMMA Perfumer:
Bilal Mateen Dhamma is a highly respected and accomplished perfumer, playing a pivotal role within Dhamma Perfumes, a United Arab Emirates - based fragrance house. With a family - run business steeped in a rich history, Bilal has had the opportunity to inherit and cultivate his passion for perfumery.
Bilal Mateen Dhamma has crafted numerous remarkable fragrances since the brand's inception in 2016. One of his creations, "Oudi" (2016), is an amber - spicy unisex fragrance. It opens with top notes of woodsy and spicy elements, which gradually give way to middle notes of hazelnut and cinnamon. The base notes of agarwood (oud) and cardamom provide a warm, deep, and long - lasting finish, making it a favorite among those who appreciate the complexity of Middle - Eastern inspired scents.
In 2019, he introduced "Dhamma Niche (All About Musk)". This floral woody musk fragrance for both women and men features top notes of patchouli, bergamot, rose, and orange. The heart is a blend of jasmine, lily, and leather, while the base notes of iris, musk, and amber create a soft, sensual, and powdery dry - down.
Another of his notable works is "Najum" (2021), a floral green unisex fragrance. The top notes of green notes and rose offer a fresh and vibrant start. Middle notes of jasmine, woodsy notes, and lily - of - the - valley add a sweet and floral dimension. The base notes of musk, sandalwood, and cedar lend a warm, earthy, and long - lasting quality to the scent.
Bilal's creations often display a unique balance between traditional and contemporary olfactory elements. His expertise lies in combining a wide range of ingredients, from precious woods like oud to fresh citrus and floral notes, resulting in scents that are both alluring and distinctive, appealing to a global audience.