Rose Istanboli attar is a Flora Five original — "Istanboli" is old attar-bazaar shorthand for roses that travelled the Istanbul trade routes, and this blend is our love letter to that Turkish red rose. Tea rose, hyacinth and green stems set a garden-fresh stage, Turkish red rose blooms at the centre with geranium, palmarosa and a pinch of light spice, and a honey-musk base keeps it glowing for roughly 8–10 hours on skin.
Fragrance notes
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Top: Floral Notes, Green Notes, Tea Rose, Geranium, Hyacinth
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Heart: Turkish Red Rose, Geranium, Palmarosa, Light Spices
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Base: Floral Notes, Honey, Musk
| Top |
Heart |
Base |
Longevity |
Sillage |
Best for |
| Tea rose, hyacinth |
Turkish red rose, palmarosa |
Honey, musk |
8–10 hrs |
Moderate (4–6 hrs) |
Daytime, spring wear, rose purists |
Because the blend contains no alcohol whatsoever, it stays halal-friendly and won't sting or dry the skin the way sprays can. A short stroke of the roller on each wrist, the hollow of the throat and behind the ears is all it needs — as your skin warms, the green top melts away and the honeyed rose takes centre stage. Apply to skin rather than clothing, since oils can shadow pale fabrics.
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 Rose Istanboli attar smell like?
A fresh-cut red rose still on the stem. The opening is green and dewy with tea rose and hyacinth, the heart is a bright, true Turkish rose sharpened by geranium and palmarosa, and the honey in the base adds a soft nectar sweetness — sunnier and more transparent than our darker Rose Hindi.
How long does it last?
Roughly 8–10 hours on skin. The green freshness is a first-hour pleasure; from there the rose heart carries you well into the afternoon, and the honey-musk trail lingers quietly until evening without ever becoming heavy or cloying.
Is it alcohol-free and halal?
It is. Rose Istanboli is a concentrated perfume oil made entirely without alcohol, so it is appropriate for halal-conscious wearers and gentle enough to apply before prayers or on sensitive skin. There is nothing in it that evaporates harshly or leaves skin taut.
Which size should I choose — 3, 6 or 12 ml?
The 3 ml is perfect for trying it through a season or tucking into a purse; pick the 6 ml if a rose becomes part of your weekly rotation; the 12 ml rewards devoted rose wearers with the lowest price per wear. One roll on each pulse point is genuinely enough.
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.
