Afnan 2022 EDP

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Pure Musk

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Afnan Pure Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Pure Musk opens with Floral Notes and Musk, settles into a heart of Musk, and dries down to a base of Musk. Afnan's Pure Musk carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a true clean-freak's dream, polarising some with its intense soapy character, but beloved by many for its pristine, just-out-of-the-shower aura. Prepare for compliments on how good your laundry smells - in the best way possible. Not for those who avoid a strong, straightforward scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
  • Subtle
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Pure Musk Eau de Parfum bottle
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Musk Therapy by Initio Parfums Privés
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Floral Notes50%
Musk50%
Heartas listed
Musk100%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its clean, inoffensive nature makes it superb for casual wear and the office, despite some reports of strong projection which might be too much for intimate dates. The fresh and soapy accords also make it ideal for after a workout or as an everyday signature.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Pure Musk dives headfirst into a world of clean, presenting as an unadulterated embrace of musky freshness right from the off. It's a powerful hit of powdery, almost detergent-like musk, softened by a subtle floral undercurrent that keeps it from being too stark. The scent is largely linear, maintaining its pristine, soapy charm, delivering a sensation akin to freshly laundered cotton or a classic bar of Dove soap, lingering with an inviting, plush softness.

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