Candy Kiss
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 1972 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Wild Musk
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your usual Candy; it's a divisive fluffy white musk with orange blossom and a subtle vanilla whisper. Some find it a clean, soft masterpiece, while others are left underwhelmed by its perceived simplicity and weak performance. Not one for a blind buy.
Coty Wild Musk is a divisive beast. For some, it's a nostalgic, clean, warm hug. For others, it's a weak, powdery disappointment or, worse, a 'poopy diaper' in a bottle. Reformulation has done it no favours, with many pining for the powerful vintage juice.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 0% |
| Floral | 31% | 38% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 2% |
| Sweet | 45% | 35% |
| Warm | 8% | 6% |
| Woody | 1% | 1% |
| Earthy | 1% | 1% |
| Animalic | 28% | 32% |
| Fresh | 11% | 8% |
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and 'clean' musky-floral profile make it incredibly versatile for casual wear and the office, where subtlety is key. While some enjoy it for dates for its intimate nature, its lack of strong projection makes it less suitable for formal events where a more commanding presence is typically desired.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its poor longevity and intimate sillage make it suitable for casual wear or as a bedtime scent. While some find it office-safe due to its closeness, the potential for a 'dirty' musk note could be risky in formal settings. It's often described as a 'skin scent' rather than a stand-out fragrance.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Powdery, Vanilla accords and Musk, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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