{"title":"Soul of the Botanical: Ruh \u0026 Absolute Oils","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"ruh-gulab","title":"Ruh Gulab | Infinite Petal","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Timeless Essence of Morning Blooms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRuh Gulab\u003c\/b\u003e is an exquisite, classic rose oil that captures the \u003cb\u003epure, unadulterated essence\u003c\/b\u003e of the freshest morning blooms. Distilled in the ancestral heart of Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, our process is a labor of \u003cb\u003elove, tradition, and profound patience\u003c\/b\u003e—resulting in a fragrance that is as close to the living flower as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe journey of this precious oil begins at \u003cb\u003edawn (Subah)\u003c\/b\u003e, the precise moment each \u003cb\u003efull Rose Flower\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRosa Indica\u003c\/strong\u003e is plucked when its fragrance reaches its \u003cb\u003emost potent peak\u003c\/b\u003e. The meticulously selected flowers are placed in the \u003ci\u003edeg\u003c\/i\u003e and gently heated with \u003cb\u003eslow wood-fire\u003c\/b\u003e. The fragrant steam, heavy with the very soul of the rose, is collected in a separate vessel, then cooled naturally, allowing the precious rose oil (Ruh) and hydrosol to separate. This time-honored, low-yield distillation is the reason for its incomparable beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Precious Yield and Signature:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe rarity of this oil defines its luxury. From a \u003cb\u003evast, unimaginable volume of freshly harvested full rose flowers,\u003c\/b\u003e we yield only \u003cb\u003e3–4 grams of this exquisite Ruh Gulab,\u003c\/b\u003e making every drop a true treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e Lush, velvety rose with a bright, \u003cb\u003edelicate, sweet bloom\u003c\/b\u003e. It is a pure, classic rose expression without green or sharp notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTexture:\u003c\/b\u003e Rich, smooth, and \u003cb\u003edeeply floral\u003c\/b\u003e, enveloping the skin with its soft warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eElegant, timeless, and enchanting.\u003c\/b\u003e A scent that transcends trends and speaks of enduring natural beauty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Heritage Commitment:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eFull Rose Flower Harvest\u003c\/b\u003e at dawn, ensuring the flower possesses its highest volatile oil content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProcess:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional Indian distillation using a copper \u003cb\u003eDeg\u003c\/b\u003e and gentle \u003cb\u003eWood-fire\u003c\/b\u003e heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYield Rarity:\u003c\/b\u003e A demonstration of purity—requiring a \u003cb\u003emountain of flowers for just 3–4 g of oil.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/b\u003e Ruh Gulab is not just a scent; it’s a piece of art, a drop of nature’s finest. Like precious jewelry, it \u003cb\u003eadorns your senses with its timeless beauty.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sondh","offers":[{"title":"1 ml","offer_id":42924669206737,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 ml","offer_id":42924669239505,"sku":null,"price":5600.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 ml","offer_id":42924669272273,"sku":null,"price":9000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ml","offer_id":42924669305041,"sku":null,"price":15000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/7242\/0305\/files\/Oud_Upper_Assam_20251214_002155_0000.png?v=1765652907"},{"product_id":"artisanal-ruh-khus","title":"Ruh Khus – Ramgarh: Soul of the Botanical Sondh","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Monsoon Whisper | Rajasthan, India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the quiet, sun-drenched marshy lands of Rajasthan, where nature breathes in its purest rhythm, emerges Ruh Khus – Ramgarh. This is more than a fragrance; it is a profound distillate of place, time, and ancestral craft. At Sondh, we distill this precious vetiver essence in the traditional village of Ramgarh in Rajasthan—a land where age-old perfumery lives on through devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-selected vetiver roots, harvested from untouched natural wetlands, are distilled slowly and meticulously by our deg artist in a classic copper deg, using the sacred Deg Bhapka method—a heritage process that preserves the raw, undisturbed soul of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aromatic Signature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerroir \u0026amp; Earth: Deeply earthy yet profoundly soothing, reminiscent of sun-warmed grasslands. It captures the gentle, restorative scent of Rajasthani soil after the first, coveted touch of monsoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtlety \u0026amp; Bloom: Beneath the earthiness, a surprising elegance unfolds. It carries soft, naturally sweet, rosy, and subtly fruity undertones that rise organically—never sharp, never overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProjection: This Ruh Khus carries a refined, intimate projection—not loud, but deeply classy and magnetic. It is the kind of private scent your senses return to again and again, drawn by its calming depth and natural elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSondh presents a fragrance born from earth, crafted by tradition, and perfected by patience.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sondh","offers":[{"title":"1 ml","offer_id":42924668747985,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 ml","offer_id":42924668780753,"sku":null,"price":1550.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 ml","offer_id":42924668813521,"sku":null,"price":1990.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ml","offer_id":42924668846289,"sku":null,"price":3200.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/7242\/0305\/files\/DSC00274.jpg?v=1765650892"},{"product_id":"ruh-khus-aligarh-hathras-soul-of-the-botanical-sondh","title":"Ruh Khus – Aligarh (Hathras): Soul of the Botanical Sondh","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWilderness Distilled | Aligarh-Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, India\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDistilled in the ancient perfumery belt of Aligarh–Hathras, this Ruh Khus carries a deeper, rawer soul of vetiver—the untamed spirit of the Indian wild. The roots selected here are dense, earthy, and naturally intense, sourced specifically to create a \u003ci\u003eruh\u003c\/i\u003e with true wilderness at its heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCrafted by our masters in the traditional copper \u003cb\u003eDeg Bhapka\u003c\/b\u003e style, this essence is a testament to rugged strength and primal beauty. It speaks of the dense, rain-soaked earth of Northern India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Aromatic Signature:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth \u0026amp; Density:\u003c\/b\u003e Opens with a deep, uncompromising earthy density, richer and significantly sharper than its Rajasthani counterpart. This is the scent of deep forest floor and rich, black soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnergy \u0026amp; Projection:\u003c\/b\u003e Its projection is bold and commanding, rising with a wild, untamed energy that feels like stepping into an untouched forest just after a heavy rain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/b\u003e A powerful yet profoundly grounding scent; rugged yet soulful. It is the definition of \u003cb\u003ewilderness, distilled\u003c\/b\u003e—an essential experience for the lover of raw, primal vetiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sondh","offers":[{"title":"1 ml","offer_id":42924668453073,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 ml","offer_id":42924668485841,"sku":null,"price":1440.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 ml","offer_id":42924668518609,"sku":null,"price":1850.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ml","offer_id":42924668551377,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/7242\/0305\/files\/L7A7513.jpg?v=1761822561"}],"url":"https:\/\/sondhindia.com\/collections\/soul-of-the-botanical-ruh-absolute-oils.oembed","provider":"Sondh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}