Bois et Musc
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1992 | Year | 2008 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Gaiac 10 Tokyo
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
One of the simplest compositions in the Salons du Palais Royal exclusives - Moroccan Atlas cedar paired with musk and not much else, with a soft powdery character that frames the wood-musk dialogue. A minimalist Lutens for the wearer who wants the house's signature register stripped to two notes.
This isn't just a perfume; it's an intimate, woody whisper. Some find it a profoundly comforting musky embrace, while others are baffled by a surprising barbeque note. Love it or hate it, Gaiac 10 is undeniably unique and commands a fierce loyalty (and price tag) from its devotees.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 1% |
| Floral | 10% | 3% |
| Fruity | 5% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 0% |
| Sweet | 25% | 6% |
| Warm | 50% | 15% |
| Woody | 95% | 43% |
| Earthy | 20% | 17% |
| Animalic | 30% | 23% |
| Fresh | 15% | 9% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Cedar and soft musk wear most naturally in autumn and winter, with the powdery character keeping it wearable in cooler spring days. Too dry-warm for hot summer wear.
Occasions
A quiet skin-scent composition - well suited to casual daily wear and office, with intimate date settings the strongest evening fit. The minimalist register reads underdressed for formal occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, woody-musky profile make it perfect for office, casual, and date settings where subtlety is key. The high price point and low projection mean it's less suited for loud formal events or active sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Musky, Powdery accords and Musk, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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