Scent has served as a sacred medium in human rituals across cultures and centuries. It is far beyond cosmetic appeal, it serves as a sacred link between earth and heaven.

In Nile Valley civilizations, best designer perfumes were central to temple rites. Priests burned incense made from myrrh and frankincense to honor the gods, believing the ascending vapor conveyed supplications to the gods. The aroma was believed to cleanse holy sites and induce a transcendent environment.

In Hindu traditions, aromatic oils and flowers are offered during puja, the daily act of worship. Sandalwood paste is used on both the divine and the faithful, not just for its meditative fragrance but as a sign of spiritual awakening.

The scent permeates sacred halls, creating an environment where the divine feels near and tangible.

According to Sunnah, perfume is deeply respected.