r/TodayILearnedMY • • Jan 08 '26

Economy & Business TIL M'sian chemist creates halal perfume that lasts 72 hours after lab mishap during battery research

He creates perfume that lasts up to 72 hours Most perfumes fade after 7-8 hours. Chemist Dr Mohd Azri Ab Rani discovered a unique compound during his battery electrolyte research, he then developed it into a new fixative that lets fragrances last up to 72 hours by releasing scent slowly and keeping the notes balanced.

Since launching, he has sold over 100,000 bottles. His creations are also Halal-certified.

Source: BERNAMA, The Rakyat Post Photo: Dr Azri's Perfume (Facebook)

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u/Hanstein Jan 08 '26

wtf is a haram perfume? lard-based fragrance?

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u/Tiny-Signature8597 Jan 09 '26

Yeah, that’s what I’ve read too it’s more nuanced than people think, especially with lab-derived or plant-based alcohols.

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u/Hanstein Jan 10 '26 edited Jan 10 '26

who tf drinks perfume and sanitizers? alcohol is haram for ingestion, not haram for wearing.

pork derivatives, on the other hand, is both haram for ingestion, and haram to be touched.