Existence
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2008 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Musc 25 Los Angeles
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper divisive scent - people either love its clean, ethereal vibe or absolutely detest its 'toilet cleaner' sharpness. If you're after 'beast mode' clean, this could be your jam, but be warned: it's not for the faint of heart (or nose).
Le Labo Musc 25 Los Angeles is a polarising scent, loved by some for its clean, sophisticated musk and despised by others for its challenging animalic and aldehydic facets. It's a 'love it or hate it' fragrance, with a cult following despite its hefty price tag and perceived reformulations.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 20% | 22% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 16% | 11% |
| Warm | 13% | 2% |
| Woody | 14% | 21% |
| Earthy | 12% | 16% |
| Animalic | 20% | 24% |
| Fresh | 19% | 24% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its "beast mode" projection and longevity mean it's likely too overwhelming for an office, with reviews citing it as potentially "offensive." However, its striking, unique freshness and elegance make it suitable for formal events or evening dates, while its clean aspect can work casually if applied sparingly.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This fragrance is versatile for casual and date wear due to its 'clean but dirty' musk profile that adapts to the skin. Its strong projection and controversial dry-down make it less ideal for formal or high-energy sport settings, while being subtle enough for an office, if applied lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Aldehydic, Fresh accords and Aldehydes, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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