Markaz-e-Samr attar is a Flora Five original — the name weds markaz, centre, to samr, the old Arabic word for conversation that stretches deep into the night, and the composition is built to hold that room. Ripe pineapple, melon and plum burst over cracked pepper, citrus and white florals brighten the heart, and a smoky floor of leather, oakmoss and ambergris keeps it going for roughly 10–12 hours on skin.
Fragrance notes
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Top: Bergamot, Melon, Pineapple, Plums, Pear, Pepper, Black Pepper
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Heart: Lime, Lemon, Lily of the Valley, Freesia, Jasmine
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Base: Leather, Oakmoss, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Ambergris, White Musk
| Top |
Heart |
Base |
Longevity |
Sillage |
Best for |
| Pineapple, plum, pepper |
Lime, jasmine, freesia |
Leather, oakmoss, ambergris |
10–12 hrs |
Moderate–Strong (5–7 hrs) |
Evenings, gatherings |
There's no alcohol in the bottle, so it's halal-friendly and kind to sensitive skin. Apply to warm pulse points — inner wrists, either side of the neck, behind the ears — and let your body temperature open the fruit before the leather surfaces. Avoid rolling it directly onto white or pale clothing.
Available as a roll-on in 3 ml, 6 ml and 12 ml. Free shipping across India · Cash on delivery · 7-day return.
Frequently asked questions
What does Markaz-e-Samr attar smell like?
A fruity chypre with a dark edge. It opens generous — pineapple, melon, plum and pear sharpened by two kinds of pepper — then a citrus-and-white-flower heart keeps it lively. The base is where the character lives: supple leather, green oakmoss, cedar and salty ambergris. Celebratory up top, serious underneath.
How long does it last?
Expect roughly 10–12 hours on skin. The fruity opening projects confidently for the first 5–7 hours — an arm's-length scent bubble rather than a room-filler — before the leather and moss settle into an elegant trail that can linger on collars overnight.
Is it alcohol-free and halal?
Yes. Markaz-e-Samr is a concentrated perfume oil with no alcohol whatsoever, which makes it suitable for namaz and everyday wear alike. Because nothing evaporates off in a flash, the oil also behaves more gently on skin than sprays do.
Which size should I choose — 3, 6 or 12 ml?
Pick 3 ml to audition the scent — fruity-leather blends are personal, and a little goes far. The 6 ml suits weekend and evening rotation; the 12 ml is for those who want this as a signature and prefer the better per-ml price.
At Flora Five, all our attars are meticulously crafted to maintain their authenticity and purity. Each blend is 100% oil-based and free from alcohol, ensuring a rich, long-lasting scent experience.
To preserve the integrity of our attars and protect them from contamination or loss of their distinctive scent profiles, we incorporate essential, non-toxic regulatory substances like antioxidants. These carefully chosen components ensure the longevity and stability of your attar without compromising safety.
While no additional ingredients in our formulations are inherently harmful, we recommend patch testing before full use to rule out any potential allergies. At Flora Five, your safety and satisfaction are as important as the elegance of our fragrances.
