KHUS (VETIVER) ATAR

pure Indian Khus (Vetiver / Ruh Khus), its fragrance profile is quite different from modern perfumes. It is distilled from the roots of the vetiver grass and is primarily a base note.  

Fragrance Notes of Pure Indian Khus (Vetiver)

Opening Notes

* Fresh green grass
* Damp earth after rain (petrichor)
* Slight herbal and rooty nuances
* Sometimes a metallic/copper touch in traditional Ruh Khus distilled in copper vessels  

Heart Notes

* Woody
* Earthy roots
* Smoky
* Forest-floor character
* Slight leathery nuances  

Dry Down

* Rich earthy vetiver
* Balsamic sweetness
* Amber-like warmth
* Soft woody and musky tones
* Long-lasting smoky-earthy trail  

Simple Description

Most fragrance lovers describe pure Indian Khus as:

“Freshly cut grass + wet soil after monsoon rain + roots + wood smoke + subtle natural sweetness.”  

What Makes Indian Khus Special?

Compared to Haitian or Indonesian vetiver, Indian Ruh Khus is generally:

* More earthy
* More rooty
* More smoky
* Slightly sweeter
* Often has a cooling sensation in hot weather  

“A deep natural aroma of monsoon rain on dry earth, blended with fresh green roots, smoky woods, and a touch of sweet amber.”