Mitti Attar

Type: Traditional Earthy Attar
Common Names: Mitti Attar, Earth Attar, Petrichor Attar
Source Material: Baked Clay / Earthen Material
Fragrance Profile: Earthy, warm, mineralic, woody, smoky, and rain-soaked
Base Oil: Cosmetic-Grade Carrier Oil
Preparation Method: Traditional Deg-Bhapka Hydro-Distillation
Origin: Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
Supplier: Meena Perfumery

Product Overview

Mitti Attar is a distinctive traditional Indian fragrance inspired by the natural aroma of dry earth when touched by the first monsoon rain. Often described as the fragrance of petrichor, it possesses a warm, earthy, mineralic, slightly smoky, and deeply comforting character.

Traditionally, carefully prepared clay is hydro-distilled using the Deg-Bhapka method, allowing its characteristic earthy aroma to be captured in an appropriate attar base.

The fragrance opens with the scent of damp soil, baked clay, and subtle mineral nuances. It gradually develops into a warm, woody, softly smoky heart before settling into a smooth, earthy, and lingering base.

Prepared in Kannauj, Mitti Attar reflects the heritage of Indian attar-making and is valued for its simplicity, nostalgia, and unmistakable connection with nature.

Fragrance Profile

Organoleptic Properties

Typical Physical Properties

The above values are indicative and may vary according to the base oil, distillation process, concentration, and production batch.

Composition

A traditional distillate obtained from prepared earthen material or baked clay, captured in a suitable cosmetic-grade attar base.

Where pure sandalwood oil is used as the base, it should be stated separately according to the actual formulation.

The exact composition may vary depending on the clay source, firing process, distillation cycle, base oil, maturation period, and selected quality grade.

Key Features

• Distinctive aroma of rain-soaked earth

• Warm, earthy, mineralic, and mildly smoky fragrance

• Traditional Deg-Bhapka distillation method

• Alcohol-free formulation

• Prepared in Kannauj

• Suitable for personal fragrance and traditional perfumery

• Available in retail and bulk quantities

• Custom packaging and private labelling available

Applications

• Traditional attars and concentrated perfume oils

• Earthy, woody, and oriental fragrance formulations

• Personal fragrance use

• Meditation and spiritual rituals

• Natural-style and heritage perfume collections

• Incense and home-fragrance concepts

• Premium gifting and cultural collections

• Custom perfume and attar formulations

Directions for Use

Apply a small quantity to pulse points such as the wrists, behind the ears, or on the neck. The fragrance develops gradually and becomes warmer and smoother over time.

It may also be applied lightly to clothing. A patch test is recommended before direct skin application.

Storage Recommendations

• Store in a tightly closed glass or aluminium container.

• Protect from direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture.

• Recommended storage temperature: 15–25°C.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to air.

Shelf Life

Approximately 24–48 months when stored under recommended conditions. Proper maturation may improve the smoothness and depth of the fragrance.

Packaging Options

Bulk Packaging: 100 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre, and 5 litre aluminium or suitable HDPE containers.

Supplier

Meena Perfumery
Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
“Essence of Purity—Bottled by Tradition”