Essence de Musc
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Skin on Skin
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Which Should You Buy?
A clean, powdery dream that's a crowd-pleaser for those who love understated elegance, but don't expect it to shout. It's a skin scent champion, perfect for intimate moments or just smelling fresh for yourself. You'll either adore its subtle charm or find it too fleeting.
Prepare for a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Skin on Skin is a divisive beast, a Marmite scent that takes you on a leather-clad, boozy ride where some find pure luxury and others, frankly, just find a shoe repair shop. Not for the faint of heart, or nose.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 29% | 25% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 27% | 19% |
| Warm | 18% | 16% |
| Woody | 8% | 8% |
| Earthy | 13% | 12% |
| Animalic | 32% | 30% |
| Fresh | 7% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Given its clean, light, and inoffensive nature, Essence de Musc is excellent for office and casual wear. Its low sillage makes it less suitable for formal events where more presence might be desired, and its 'fresh out of the shower' vibe works well for post-sport refreshment or a relaxed day at home.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its intimate nature and decent longevity make it a fantastic choice for dates where closeness is key. However, the strong, sometimes peculiar opening and moderate sillage might make it unsuitable for office wear or formal events, where crowd-pleasing is often preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Musky, Iris accords and Rose, Iris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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