Celestial® Amberi Shamama Attar – Traditional Attar of 75+ Herbs, Spices, Rose & Sandalwood

Experience the rich depth of Celestial® Amberi Shamama Attar, a rare and complex natural fragrance oil crafted from the traditional distillation of over 75 herbs, spices, florals, and resins into a base of sandalwood and rose. This exquisite attar is deeply rooted in Indian perfumery, known for its mystical, earthy warmth and extraordinary staying power.

Each drop carries centuries of traditional artistry – sensual, grounding, and utterly unique. With its deep, resinous heart and delicate floral notes, Amberi Shamama is ideal for use as a natural perfume, in spiritual rituals, or as a meditative personal scent.

Key Features:

• Traditional Indian attar crafted using time-honoured methods
• Infused with over 75 herbs, spices, resins, florals, and essential oils
• Carried in pure sandalwood oil for lasting depth
• Rich, spicy, earthy, and slightly sweet fragrance
• Perfect as a natural perfume or in ritual applications

Aromatic Profile:
Deep, resinous, herbal, spicy, warm, with soft floral undertones and a long-lasting finish

Suggested Uses:

• Apply sparingly to pulse points as a natural, alcohol-free perfume
• Use in spiritual practices or as an anointing oil
• Add a few drops to aromatherapy jewellery or oil burners
• Blend with other attars or oils for personal ritual use

Ingredients:
Traditional attar crafted from 75+ botanicals and distilled into sandalwood oil

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FAQ: What’s the Difference Between Essential Oils and Indian Attars?

1. What are essential oils?

Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts obtained through steam distillation, cold pressing, or solvent extraction. They capture the aromatic compounds of a plant and are used widely in aromatherapy, perfumery, natural skincare, and household products.

2. What are Indian attars?

Indian attars are traditional natural perfumes made through an ancient process of hydro-distillation. Aromatic botanicals are distilled into a base of natural oils—most commonly sandalwood oil. Attars are alcohol-free, rich, and complex in aroma, and are deeply rooted in Indian perfumery and ritual.

3. How are the two produced differently?

• Essential Oils: Usually distilled directly from plant material using steam or cold-press methods.
• Indian Attars: Created by distilling flowers, herbs, or spices into a base oil, traditionally sandalwood. The distillation is slow, sometimes taking days, and the oil is aged to enhance its scent.

4. Are attars stronger than essential oils?

Not necessarily. While attars can have a rich, lasting aroma, essential oils are more potent and concentrated in terms of active plant constituents. Attars are more complex and gentle on the skin, especially since they’re pre-diluted in a carrier oil.

5. Can I use them the same way?

Not exactly.

• Essential Oils: Must be diluted before applying to the skin and are commonly used in diffusers, massage oils, or skincare.
• Indian Attars: Are already diluted and often worn directly on the skin as natural perfumes or used in meditation and ceremonial practices.

6. Which is better for natural perfumery?

Attars are ideal for natural perfumery. Their sandalwood base acts as a fixative, helping the fragrance linger. Their aroma evolves over time on the skin, making them deeply personal and long-lasting.

7. Do attars contain alcohol or synthetic chemicals?

Authentic Indian attars are alcohol-free and natural. They are traditionally crafted without synthetic ingredients, though it's important to check the source for authenticity.

8. Are attars safe for sensitive skin?

Yes, generally attars are gentler on the skin due to their sandalwood base. However, as with any natural product, it’s recommended to patch-test before full use.

9. Which lasts longer—essential oils or attars?

Attars typically last longer on the skin due to their oil base and slower evaporation rate, while essential oils tend to evaporate more quickly, especially the top notes.

10. Can essential oils and attars be used together?

Yes! You can blend them in perfumery or ritual use for a layered aromatic experience. Just be mindful of dilution and intended use.