What is it
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Nabeel Black is a bakhoor / incense bar made by the brand Nabeel.
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It comes in a 40‑gram bar size.
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It is described as “premium quality”, “gentle to burn”, and “slow to release the fragrance” – so it’s made for a more refined incense experience rather than being harsh or overly smoky.
Fragrance / Scent Profile
Here are the note breakdowns and what to expect in smell:
| Layer | Notes | What you might perceive |
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| Top Notes | Bergamot, Lemon, Basil | A fresh, zesty, citrus opening with a hint of green/herbal sharpness from the basil. Bright and lively at first. |
| Middle Notes | Geranium, Ylang‑Ylang, Lavender, Artemisia, Clary Sage, Cinnamon | Floral facets come in — ylang‑ylang and geranium giving sweetness & richness. Lavender and herbs (sage, artemisia) bring aromatic depth. Cinnamon adds a mild spice warmth. |
| Base Notes | Musk, Oakmoss, Coumarin | The dry‑down (once burning has settled) is earthy, musky, with a woody‑mossy foundation. There’s a touch of sweetness from the coumarin. The overall finish is warm, grounded, with lingering musk. |
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The olfactive (scent) family is described as Floral‑Woody‑Musky.
Experience
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Because of its top/middle/base construction, the scent develops over time: starts fresh & citrusy, moves into floral & herbal, then settles into a deeper woody‑musky warmth.
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It is relatively gentle in that it isn’t overpowering; only a small amount is needed. It’s meant for home use (rooms), for setting an atmosphere rather than overwhelming scent.
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The fragrance lingers; because of the base notes (oakmoss, musk), the scent sticks around even after the burning.
How to Use
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You burn it using charcoal burners or electric incense burners.
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If using a charcoal piece, you heat the corner until hot, put it in an incense burner, then place a small amount of the bakhoor on it. Be cautious about burn temperature.
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Only a small piece is needed because of its potency. Over‑burning (too much or too hot) may produce harsh smoke.