Animalic

Animalic

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Animalic, carnal, raw

Scent Profile

Animalic accords evoke the scent of animal fur, skin, or secretions, often described as musky, leathery, or slightly fecal. They are typically warm, sensual, and raw, with a deep, sometimes pungent character. Key characteristics include a carnal, earthy undertone that can be both alluring and challenging.

Signature Notes

Notes most distinctively associated with Animalic fragrances.

Civet Civet 193 Castoreum Castoreum 139 Animalic Animalic 54 Leather Leather 2161 Ambergris Ambergris 1161 Birch Tar Birch Tar 30 Beeswax Beeswax 101 Tuberose Tuberose 1248

Common Notes

Notes most frequently found in Animalic fragrances.

Aldron Aldron 2 Patchouli Patchouli 6872 Oud Oud 1211 Animalic Animalic 54 Musk Musk 10489 Orange Blossom Orange Blossom 2818 Amber Amber 6954 Saffron Saffron 1839 Gardenia Gardenia 746 Jasmine Jasmine 7524 Tuberose Tuberose 1248 Rose Rose 7003

History

Animalic accords have roots in classical perfumery, where natural animal-derived materials like civet, castoreum, musk, and ambergris were prized for their fixative properties and sensual depth. These materials were historically sourced from animals, but ethical and regulatory changes have led to the use of synthetic substitutes in modern perfumery. Animalic notes have been central to iconic fragrances, especially in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

In Perfumery

Perfumers use animalic accords to add warmth, complexity, and longevity to fragrances, often as a base note. They are commonly paired with floral, woody, or oriental elements to create depth and a sense of intimacy. Animalic accords can transform a composition, lending it a distinctive signature and enhancing its diffusion and persistence.

Perfumes featuring the Animalic accord

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