Milky Musk 39
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Smoke & Mirrors
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Milky Musk is an intimate, creamy sandalwood and musk blend, often divisive due to its subtle projection and perceived lack of 'milky' notes by some. While many adore its gentle warmth, others find it too faint or linear, challenging its luxury price point.
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Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 3% | 3% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 21% | 16% |
| Warm | 1% | 6% |
| Woody | 55% | 40% |
| Earthy | 0% | 5% |
| Animalic | 25% | 42% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate projection and soft, unobtrusive character make it ideal for office wear and casual settings where you don't want to overwhelm. While suitable for dates due to its sensual, skin-scent quality, its low sillage means it's less impactful for formal events and definitely not built for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The strong woody, leathery, and musky accords, alongside a consensus of average to weak performance, make this unsuitable for intimate office settings. It's best suited for casual or date wear, where a bolder, slightly mysterious scent can be appreciated, but not for formal events due to its polarising nature and lack of widespread appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Musky accords and Musk, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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