Journal
TL;DR
Oudh (agarwood) has been used for centuries in the Middle East and Asia for grounding, ritual, and calm.
Its deep, woody aroma may help signal safety to the nervous system through scent-memory pathways.
Fragrance interacts directly with the limbic system - the emotional center of the brain.
While not a medical treatment, many people use oudh intentionally as part of anti - stress rituals.
The key isn’t just the scent — it’s the ritual around it.
