Oud Esma
HermèsEau de Parfum2025
Side by side
Oud Esma vs. Born for Eternity
Born for Eternity rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Oud Esma | Born for Eternity | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2025 | 2024 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Christine Nagel | — |
| Best season | Fall | Winter |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Oud Esma
Amber
Woody
Balsamic
Oud
Fresh Spicy
Born for Eternity
Leather
Oud
Warm Spicy
Animalic
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Aromatic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Oud
SaffronSomalian frankincense OrpurCoriander seed Orpur
Heart
Resinous NotesWoody Notes
OudEgyptian geranium OrpurPralinePink pepper OrpurIndian cardamom Orpur
Base
Wood Resin
AkigalawoodAmbermaxJavanolLeather
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Oud Esma | Born for Eternity | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 2-4 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Oud has a reputation for shouting. This one doesn't. It keeps its warmth close, lets you discover it in layers, and rewards the wearer who doesn't need the room to know. Quiet luxury, redefined.Oud Esma
Saffron plus praline is an unexpected pairing that could skew too sweet for some. The drydown saves it, pulling back toward leather and wood. Worth sampling before committing.Born for Eternity