Bentley Fragrances 2019 EDP

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Exotic Musk

by Mathilde Bijaoui

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Bentley Fragrances Exotic Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Exotic Musk opens with Iris and Amberwood, settles into a heart of Orcanox, Ambrarome, and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of White Woods and Musk. Bentley Fragrances's Exotic Musk carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Exotic Musk is a clean, cool, and undeniably modern take on a musky scent that feels far more expensive than its price tag. It's a divisive one, though; some find it a unique gem, others get a challenging, almost medicinal opening.
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  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Modern
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
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Exotic Musk Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Amberwood50%
Iris50%
Heartas listed
Orcanox40%
Ambrarome30%
Tonka Bean30%
Baseas listed
Musk58%
White Woods42%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

With its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature, Exotic Musk is an excellent choice for the office, providing a clean yet sophisticated aura without being overpowering. Its unique character also makes it suitable for casual wear, though its elegance means it could easily elevate a formal event.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • 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

Opening with a subtle powdery kiss of iris and the warm embrace of amberwood, Exotic Musk quickly settles into its abstract heart. Here, orcanox and ambrarome create a contemporary, slightly spicy warmth, while tonka bean adds a whisper of creamy sweetness. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of clean musk and soft white woods, creating an almost 'steam-like' or 'cotton' sensation that lingers beautifully on the skin.

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