Olfazeta

Olfazeta numbers its fragrances instead of naming them, and sells them as extrait de parfum. Both decisions tell you what the house is doing.

Numbering removes the marketing layer: there is no story to buy into, only the composition. And extrait is the most concentrated format in perfumery — typically 20 to 30 percent fragrance oil against 15 to 20 for an eau de parfum. That changes how you wear it: less projection at first, far more longevity, and a scent that stays closer to the skin rather than filling a room.

The two lines

The Luxury line comes in 50 ml, the Millesime line in 70 ml. Both are extrait. The smaller bottle is not a smaller purchase — at this concentration, one spray does the work of three of an eau de parfum, and a 50 ml bottle outlasts a 100 ml of anything lighter.

How to wear an extrait

One spray, on the pulse points, on skin rather than clothing. Do not rub. Give it half an hour — extraits open slowly and their first ten minutes are not representative. And do not judge the projection at arm's length; this format is meant to be discovered at conversational distance.

See also French niche perfume or the full Dubai perfume catalogue.

Prices in AED, delivered across the United Arab Emirates.

Frequently asked questions

What is extrait de parfum?
The most concentrated fragrance format — typically 20 to 30% fragrance oil versus 15 to 20% for an eau de parfum — which means less initial projection but far more longevity.

Why does Olfazeta number its fragrances instead of naming them?
It removes the marketing layer — there is no story to buy into, only the composition itself.

How should I apply an extrait?
One spray on the pulse points, on skin rather than clothing, without rubbing — and give it half an hour, since extraits open slowly.