Ex Nihilo 2014 EDP

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Musc Infini

by Louise Turner

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Ex Nihilo Musc Infini is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Louise Turner. Musc Infini settles into a heart of Musk, Patchouli, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin. Ex Nihilo's Musc Infini carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one is a divisive powder bomb. While some adore its warm, vanilla musk blend, others find it too talc-like and retro, occasionally bordering on the dreaded 'baby wipes and sweat' territory. Sample before you commit to this potent, polarising scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Powdery
  • Sensual
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Musc Infini Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Given its strong sillage and 'herculean' longevity noted in reviews, this scent leans away from office wear, where it might overwhelm. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal events due to its sophisticated, warm, and sensual profile, while its cosy warmth makes it great for casual, cooler weather outings. Definitely not one for the gym.

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
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Musc Infini opens with a fleeting citrus spark, but quickly settles into a rich, powdery musk heart, softened by a faint rose and patchouli whisper. The main event is a sweet, ambery base of vanilla, tonka, and benzoin, creating a warm, comforting, and undeniably fluffy aura. It’s a musky amber that evokes vintage glamour, often drawing comparisons to classic Guerlain creations with a modern twist.

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Where to buy

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