Escentric 01 Eau de Toilette bottle Escentric 01
Edt Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2006 Year 2006
££ Price Tier ££
Molecule 01 Eau de Toilette bottle Molecule 01
Our Verdict

Escentric 01 and Molecule 01 both showcase Iso E Super, but they cater to different preferences. Escentric 01 is more radiant, with a subtly amplified presence thanks to supporting notes. Molecule 01 is purer and more minimalist, focusing solely on the Iso E Super experience. If you want a fragrance that's more of a statement, albeit a quiet one, go for Escentric 01. If you want the most minimalist experience possible, choose Molecule 01. Both are excellent, but the devil is in the details.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Escentric 01 if...
  • You want a slightly more noticeable scent.
  • You prefer a touch of complexity.
  • You want a clean, woody-musk aura.
  • You enjoy a versatile, everyday fragrance.
Choose Molecule 01 if...
  • You prefer ultimate minimalism in fragrance.
  • You love the 'your skin but better' effect.
  • You want to explore pure Iso E Super.
  • You want an intimate, subtle scent.
Our Verdict - Escentric 01
Iso E Super at its most radiant - Escentric 01 is a woody-musk aura that blurs the line between scent and sensation. Effortlessly clean, quietly sexy, and endlessly versatile.
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Our Verdict - Molecule 01
The ultimate 'your skin but better' fragrance, Molecule 01 is an elusive, minimalist woody-musk that whispers rather than shouts. Its Iso E Super molecule creates an intimate, quietly sophisticated aura that feels both modern and personal.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 0%
Floral 9% 0%
Fruity 2% 0%
Green 6% 0%
Sweet 5% 0%
Warm 21% 15%
Woody 29% 60%
Earthy 10% 10%
Animalic 15% 20%
Fresh 13% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Escentric 01 EdT
Molecule 01 EdT

Notes

Escentric 01
Molecule 01

Top Notes

Base Notes

Shared Notes
Iso E Super 100% vs 100%
Only in Escentric 01
Pink Pepper 62% Lemon 38%
Only in Escentric 01
Cedar 52% Musk 48%

Accords

Escentric 01 Molecule 01
100%
Woody
100%
85%
Musky
80%
60%
Powdery
20%
40%
Green
Amber
40%
Animalic
10%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Musky shared
85%
80%
Powdery shared
60%
20%
40%
40%
10%

Performance

Escentric 01 Molecule 01
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Escentric 01

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Iso E Super's transparent woody-musk character shines in spring and summer, feeling airy and clean in warmth, but is less impactful in the cold where its subtlety might get lost.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its clean, non-intrusive, skin-like projection is ideal for office and casual wear. While understated for formal settings, it remains versatile enough for dates and even sporty occasions.

Molecule 01

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Its airy, woody-musk character and sheer weight make it ideal for spring and summer, but it can subtly enhance skin in any season. Not strong enough to cut through winter cold, but versatile for mild to warm weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Extremely subtle and skin-like, Molecule 01 is perfect for low-key settings, the office, and casual encounters. Its minimal sillage and clean impression suit intimate and professional environments, less so for events demanding presence.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
75%
Olfactory
80%
Notes
74%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Musky, Powdery accords and Iso E Super notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Escentric 01
Molecule 01
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