A non-alcohlic highly concentrated raw perfume oil, extracted directly from plant or Nature that can be directly apply on skin for beautlful fragrance is called Attar. Attar in Kannauj is being made form past 1000+ years, more than 80% of the population of ths city is involved in this business.
Typically, attars are made of absolutes or essential oils that come from natural sources. These essential oils are typically extracted by hydro or steam distillation. In a technical sense, attars are natural plant and animal extracts.
Sandalwood or another type of wooden basis is filled with essential oils and allowed to mature. Depending on the natural resources utilized and the intended result, the aging process might take anywhere from a year to ten years.
In essence, attars are extremely potent fragrances that are devoid of artificial ingredients and alcohol.These natural scents are sold in very small amounts and are put into traditional decanters that are ornamented or even jeweled.
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