Coty 1972 Edp

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Wild Musk

Coty Wild Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1972. Wild Musk settles into a heart of Rose, Musk, Vanilla, and Jasmine. Coty's Wild Musk carries a Statement verdict, a musky-led wear.

Coty Wild Musk is a divisive beast. For some, it's a nostalgic, clean, warm hug. For others, it's a weak, powdery disappointment or, worse, a 'poopy diaper' in a bottle. Reformulation has done it no favours, with many pining for the powerful vintage juice.
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  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
  • Sensual
  • Warm
Wild Musk Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 38%
Fruity 1%
Green 3%
Sweet 35%
Warm 6%
Woody 2%
Earthy 1%
Animalic 33%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Musky
100%
Powdery
73%
Vanilla
57%
Rose
51%
White Floral
50%

Notes

Heart Notes

Musk 39% Vanilla 22% Rose 20% Jasmine 19%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its poor longevity and intimate sillage make it suitable for casual wear or as a bedtime scent. While some find it office-safe due to its closeness, the potential for a 'dirty' musk note could be risky in formal settings. It's often described as a 'skin scent' rather than a stand-out fragrance.

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About

Wild Musk opens with a soft, powdery embrace, swiftly followed by a sweet, slightly indolic jasmine and classic rose which add a gentle floral lift. The dominant musky core, occasionally 'dirty' or 'animalic' for some, melts into a creamy vanilla dry down that settles close to the skin. It’s a clean and inviting scent, with an underlying hint of spice and warmth.

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