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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Molecule 01 + Cistus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, an audacious single-note wonder that'll have some reaching for their credit card and others for the scrubbing brush. Expect divisive reactions and complex, ever-shifting amber resin that's anything but linear.
This one is a properly divisive beast. Some find it a profoundly naturalistic, rich amber experience, whilst others get stuck with a melancholic, screechy, and even 'pissy' woodshop vibe. You'll either love its unique depth or find it underwhelmingly one-dimensional.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 25% | 16% |
| Warm | 35% | 28% |
| Woody | 10% | 26% |
| Earthy | 25% | 20% |
| Animalic | 20% | 20% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent amber and musky accords, coupled with a strong sillage mentioned by some, lean it away from office wear. However, its complex and intriguing character makes it surprisingly versatile, suitable for a confident person on a date or even a formal event if applied sparingly, though it's too heavy for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and skin-scent nature make it suitable for office and casual wear, even for understated polish. However, some find it too linear or fleeting for a big formal event, and its lack of freshness makes it unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Musky accords and Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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