Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum vs The Musc Eau de Parfum

Les Exceptions Over The Musk

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U	Gender	U
2014	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

The reference musk for those who crave subtlety and sophistication. Over The Musk is a cocoon of soft powder and clean woods, never animalic, always poised. Its gentle presence is as comforting as white cashmere on bare skin.

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Our Verdict - The Musc Eau de Parfum

This one's a divisive marvel. Some find it a calming, clean musk that transcends the ordinary; others get a potent hit of baby wipes and little else. You'll either adore its cosy charm or be left utterly baffled.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	3%
Floral	19%	9%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	1%	4%
Sweet	15%	18%
Warm	12%	15%
Woody	20%	15%
Earthy	6%	1%
Animalic	32%	35%
Fresh	10%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Top Notes

Ambrette 64% Pepper 36%

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Musk 40% Iris 24% Orris 16% Rose 12% Violet 8%

Heart Notes

Musk 28% Beeswax 21% Lavender 20% Sandalwood 17% Ginger 14%

Base Notes

Musk 44% Sandalwood 31% Cedar 25%

Base Notes

Only in Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Ambrette 64% Pepper 36%

Shared Notes

Musk 40% vs 28%

Only in Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Iris 24% Orris 16% Rose 12% Violet 8%

Only in The Musc Eau de Parfum

Beeswax 21% Lavender 20% Sandalwood 17% Ginger 14%

Only in Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Musk 44% Sandalwood 31% Cedar 25%

Accords

Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum The Musc Eau de Parfum

100%

Musky

100%

80%

Powdery

79%

70%

Woody

62%

Lavender

67%

Beeswax

65%

60%

Floral

Animalic

58%

Honey

56%

40%

Fresh Spicy

55%

Aromatic

48%

Musky shared

100%

Powdery shared

80%

79%

Woody shared

70%

62%

Lavender

67%

Beeswax

65%

Floral

60%

Animalic

58%

Honey

56%

Fresh Spicy shared

40%

55%

Aromatic

48%

Performance

Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum The Musc Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Its musky-powdery core and soft woody base lend themselves beautifully to transitional seasons like spring and fall, while its subtlety and warmth make it wearable in winter too. Summer wear is possible but less ideal due to the heavier musky and powdery facets.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Over The Musk's intimate sillage and clean musky texture make it superb for the office, dates, and everyday wear, where subtlety is valued. It's less suited for sports due to its powdery, enveloping character, and its understated presence doesn't demand the formality of evening events.

The Musc Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate projection and clean, inoffensive profile make it ideal for the office or casual settings. While not overtly `sexy`, its intimate and `your skin but better` vibe lends itself to a close-encounter date night, but its lightness means it might get lost in a formal event. The fresh and clean accords are good for after a workout, but it's not a performance scent.