In the UAE, bakhoor is the classic housewarming gift: it fills a new home with a welcoming scent and is used every time guests arrive. Al Asalah for a traditional majlis, Mazaj or Sandal for a modern home, Amber for warmth, and Mukhalat Malaki for a generous gift at a small price.
Quick picks
| Best for | Perfume | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The traditional majlis | Al Asalah Bakhoor | AED 350 | Shop now |
| A modern home | Mazaj Bakhoor | AED 275 | Shop now |
| Soft and creamy | Sandal Bakhoor | AED 275 | Shop now |
| Warm and cosy | Amber Bakhoor | AED 220 | Shop now |
| A generous gift on a budget | Mukhalat Malaki | AED 110 | Shop now |
Why bakhoor for a new home
Moving into a new house is about making it feel like home. In the Gulf, nothing does that like the smell of bakhoor drifting through the rooms. It is also deeply tied to hospitality: the first guests in a new majlis are welcomed with bakhoor and coffee. A bakhoor gift is used, appreciated and remembered.
Our bakhoor picks
The traditional majlis: Al Asalah (AED 350)
Al Asalah Bakhoor is a traditional Arabian blend, rich and generous, the kind of scent that makes a majlis feel established from day one.
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A modern home: Mazaj (AED 275)
Mazaj Bakhoor is our rich signature blend, warm but not heavy, ideal for living rooms and apartments.
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Soft and creamy: Sandal Bakhoor (AED 275)
Sandal Bakhoor brings creamy sandalwood that lingers on curtains and cushions, perfect for bedrooms and calm spaces.
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Warm and cosy: Amber Bakhoor (AED 220)
Amber Bakhoor adds a warm amber glow, lovely for winter evenings.
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A generous gift on a budget: Mukhalat Malaki (AED 110)
Mukhalat Malaki is a royal mukhalat blend at an easy price. Pair two or three blends for a complete housewarming set.
Order Mukhalat Malaki – AED 110 →
How to give it
- Combine two blends, one for the majlis and one for the bedrooms.
- Add a card with a blessing for the new home.
- Remind them: bakhoor is burned on hot charcoal or an electric burner, then ventilate the room.
Frequently asked questions
What is a traditional housewarming gift in the UAE?
Bakhoor is the classic choice. It perfumes the new home and is used whenever guests visit.
Which bakhoor is best for a majlis?
A traditional blend like Al Asalah or a rich blend like Mazaj works beautifully in a majlis.
How is bakhoor used?
Place a small piece on a hot charcoal or an electric bakhoor burner and let the smoke scent the room and clothes.
Order online with free delivery across the UAE on orders over AED 200, or visit our boutiques in The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and Sharjah Airport. Need help choosing? WhatsApp us on +971 56 501 0439.