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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.
Royal Muska is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a 'sex in a bottle' clean musk; for others, a harsh, animalic disappointment or simply 'Dove soap'. If you're anosmic to certain musks, you might be left scratching your head at the hype. Sample first!
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 19% | 20% |
| Fruity | 1% | 16% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 15% | 21% |
| Warm | 12% | 2% |
| Woody | 20% | 14% |
| Earthy | 6% | 3% |
| Animalic | 32% | 40% |
| Fresh | 10% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its intimate sillage and clean musky profile, Royal Muska is perfect for close encounters like a date or casual wear, where its subtle sensuality shines. Its lack of strong projection makes it suitable for the office, though some find it lacks the gravitas for truly formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Powdery, Woody accords and Musk, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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