Best Oliban by Keiko Mecheri Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Oliban by Keiko Mecheri blends rich frankincense and warm incense with delicate rose and creamy sandalwood. It balances smoky, resinous notes with a soft ambergris and tonka bean sweetness, layered over cedarwood and a hint of tobacco. Those drawn to oriental floral fragrances with a resinous heart and smooth woody base will find Oliban’s sophisticated interplay of incense and floral notes notable. Attention to the balance between smoky and floral aspects is key when exploring fragrances in this vein.
- Key notes:
- buddawood
- cassia
- frankincense
- incense
- rose
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
BAROSSA VALLEY
LUTHERAN SETTLERS
Stone Steeples, Sacred Oils
PEWS OF GUILT
Tolling Bells, Thou Shalt Not
ANCIENT VINES
Swirling Incense, Whispered Confessions
FORGIVENESS MINE
Bread, Wine
Scent: Ancient, Spiritual, Woody(rich), Fresh, Balsamic
Fauno by Agatho £305.00
- Key notes:
- ambergris
- clary sage
- frankincense
- juniper
- leather
- smoke
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
In Fauno ancient fires reflect off the bronze statures of Roman deities depicting Bacchus feasting in company of fauns, satyrs and nymphs.
The perfume is a smoky echo of the Pompei mysteries lit with torches, perfumed with spicy incense and fragrant herbs.
Parfum 1 by Fugazzi £205.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- davana
- frankincense
- incense
- mandarin
- pink pepper
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- spicy
- woody
Parfum 1 is where Fugazzi began, inspired by founder Bram Niessink’s trip to Egypt and the discovery of ancient perfume oils. Parfum 1 is a bold blend of bright and dark fruits, made mysterious by patchouli and cedarwood. The fresh top notes of citrus and blackcurrant are insinuating, gracefully riding a woody wave of sandalwood and musk. The effect is leathery, with a faint kiss of apple pie.
Ruby Wood by Exaltatum £130.00
- Key notes:
- frankincense
- incense
- rose
- violet
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
Exploring autumnal woods and London parks is an endless experience. Colorful palette of feelings and emotions touches the inner self. Rose petals slowly falling on the dark, warm earth. The lights passing through autumnal tree leaves play a symphony of emotions.
The eau de parfum Ruby Wood is rose- woody- balsamic floriental scent with the red berry and coffee nuances. The perfume was created by Eglija Vaitkevice in 2018.
Tiger Rouge by Byermia £125.00
- Key notes:
- bay
- blood orange
- cherry
- cloves
- frankincense
- incense
- leather
- lemon myrtle
- mineral accord
- oud
- paprika
- pimento pepper
- pomegranate
- rose
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- spicy
- woody
Tiger Rouge summons the mythical Red Tiger, embodying the soul of the Indian wilderness. Fierce black pepper, pimento and paprika contrast with blood orange and lemon myrtle, with cinnamon and cloves weaving through the landscape. Muscular Hainan oud and Indian vetiver put meat on the bones, while rose, cherry and pomegranate add bright, voluptuous beauty.
Ember Shaan by Byermia £130.00
- Key notes:
- chocolate
- coffee
- gun powder
- incense
- oud
- rose
- sandalwood
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- spicy
“Shaan” is a Sanskrit name meaning greatness and majesty. The perfumer intertwines the name with the legend of the Egyptian pharaoh Thutmose, the conquering leader whose final battle was foretold by the oracles. Ember Shaan is a fragrance that shifts and evolves, reflecting the concept of victory intertwined with sorrow. With a variety of ouds and frankincenses, this extrait explores how a bright fire fades into a smouldering ember, while also deepening into something more profound. Coffee, rose and sandalwood combine their rich effects into an olfactory syrup that infuses the woods, while spicy opoponax and stony gunpowder add punctuation and surprise.
The Grudge by Beaufort £125.00
- Key notes:
- ambergris
- incense
- oud
- tobacco
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
Inspired by the ‘white gold’ that appears occasionally on Scottish beaches and the alchemy of time & tide, The Grudge finds beauty in the unexpected: the journey of ambergris from the rectum of the sperm whale, rolled on the tide, retrieved from a beach and tinctured into a bottle. A metaphor for the alchemy of presence; forgiveness; peace.
Woodoo by Reserve en Afrique 1934 £150.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- cypriol
- frankincense
- ginger
- incense
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
In this jungle, nature holds absolute power. Vines coil overhead, hiding the sky. Darkness drapes the woods, and every shadow conceals a predator. The perfume jungle that is Woodoo opens with notes of Nigerian ginger, along with Somalian olibanum, with its facets of vibrant green incense, fresh citrus, peppery spice and balsamic woods. Powdery iris and balsamic cistus lurk in the heart. The complexity deepens with a furry base of musk, benzoin, tonka bean and cypriol. Subtly powerful.
Réserve en Afrique eaux de parfum feature responsibly sourced naturals, and are free from parabens, phthalates, UV filters and colorants. Their natural alcohol base is derived from beetroots, and they are a PETA-listed vegan & cruelty-free brand.
Osang by Mendittorosa £315.00
- Key notes:
- fenugreek
- frankincense
- heliotropine
- honey
- incense
- labdanum
- myrrh
- oud
- pepper
- peru balm
- sandalwood
- szechuan pepper
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- spicy
- unconventional
- woody
‘All the soarings of my mind begin in my blood’
Rainer Maria Rilke
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A perfumed celebration of saints and superstitions, centred around a fierce fenugreek absolute note lavished with singed pyrazines, sacrificial myrrh and mournful molten honey poured over everything like amber rain. Meadow blooms, sticky dark resins, pungent balms and ashen clouds of iris swirl like dramatic weather.
Squire Jack by Plowden & Fallow £88.00
- Key notes:
- cardamom
- frankincense
- geranium
- incense
- nutmeg
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- spicy
- woody
A celebration of great British eccentricity and all-round mischievous behaviour. This unique fragrance is an ode to the Mad Squire, his legacy of a life lived knowing no bounds and his fiendish love for outlandish stunts. This composition contains broad lashings of velvety woody opulence, finished with the earthy undertones of society’s eventual condemnation.
Squire Jack is an aromatic, oriental and woody perfume created for the rule breaker; this is a scent above all that captivates that free spirit of those that can’t just help but dare.
About Oliban by Keiko Mecheri
- How does Oliban by Keiko Mecheri differ from these similar fragrances?
- Oliban is characterised by a balanced blend of frankincense, incense, rose, and a warm woody base with ambergris and tonka beans adding subtle sweetness. Many similar fragrances focus on specific facets like smoky, animalic, or spicy notes, whereas Oliban maintains a refined oriental floral harmony.
- What are the main notes in Oliban that define its scent profile?
- Oliban's scent is defined by frankincense and incense, which provide a smoky resinous heart, complemented by rose for floral softness. Warm woody notes like sandalwood and cedarwood, along with ambergris, tobacco, and tonka beans, add depth and a smooth finish.
- Can I find a fresher or sweeter alternative to Oliban among these options?
- Yes, fragrances like Parfum 1 introduce mandarin and pink pepper for a fresher, sweeter twist, while Ember Shaan incorporates chocolate and coffee for a gourmand sweetness. Others, like Squire Jack, add fresh spices and powdery notes for a lighter feel.









