Dmitry Bortnikoff

Dmitry Bortnikoff is a Russian-born architect turned perfumer who founded the niche fragrance house By Bortnikoff in Thailand in 2018. His journey into perfumery began in 2013 when he co-founded Feel-Oud, a company specializing in distilling oils from rare agarwood and sandalwood. Bortnikoff's unique approach combines traditional 19th-century distillation techniques with modern innovations, creating fragrances that contain 95-100% natural ingredients. His perfumes are known for their use of high-quality, hand-distilled raw materials, particularly oud, and for their complex, nature-inspired compositions. Bortnikoff's most famous creation is Oud Maximus, dedicated to his son Maxi, which showcases his mastery in blending different types of oud with various rose oils. While not traditionally trained as a perfumer, Bortnikoff's architectural background and passion for natural ingredients have established him as a distinctive voice in niche perfumery.