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A radical exercise in vetiver minimalism, Molecule 03 is a pure, green-woody study that feels elemental and raw. It's challenging, subtle, and niche-perfect for vetiver devotees, but divisive for the uninitiated.
This woody, earthy fragrance is a polarising beast. People either love its deep, dark, and often meditative vibe or find it overwhelmingly medicinal and masculine. If you're a vetiver or patchouli obsessive, you might just find your new signature scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 20% | 6% |
| Sweet | 0% | 5% |
| Warm | 0% | 8% |
| Woody | 70% | 61% |
| Earthy | 45% | 53% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 0% | 0% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bitter green, woody, and earthy profile is ideal for spring and fall, echoing the scent of wet grass, roots, and forest floor. Its lack of sweetness and moderate projection make it refreshing in mild heat but can seem too sharp or raw for winter wear.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and clean, naturalistic impression make it very suitable for office and casual settings, especially for those who appreciate minimalist or niche fragrances. The stark, bitter green and woody character is not romantic or dressed-up in tone, and the linearity makes it less fitting for formal or athletic environments.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and deeply woody, earthy profile, this scent is ill-suited for the office. It excels in date night scenarios and formal events where its unique, dark character can truly shine. Some found it suitable for casual wear, especially in cooler weather, but its intensity makes it less versatile for everyday situations.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Aromatic accords and Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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