Ex Nihilo 2025 EDP

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Spiky Muse

by Louise Turner

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Ex Nihilo Spiky Muse is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025, created by Louise Turner. Spiky Muse opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Strawberry, settles into a heart of Rose and Pistachio, and dries down to a base of Akigalawood, Ambroxan, Cedar, and Tonka Bean. Ex Nihilo's Spiky Muse carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Spiky Muse is a divisive but daring take on a rose scent. It's a bright, tenacious fruity-floral for those who like their roses with a bit of a kick, though some find its sharp, modern edge a bit much.
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  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Elegant
  • Modern
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Spiky Muse Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot36%
Pink Pepper32%
Strawberry32%
Heartas listed
Rose67%
Pistachio33%
Baseas listed
Akigalawood31%
Ambroxan28%
Cedar22%
Tonka Bean19%

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

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its bright, energetic character with good projection and longevity makes it suitable for casual and sport settings, as noted by community reviews wearing it to the gym. The bold rose and fruit profile feels too assertive for formal events and might be a bit much for a conservative office, though a light hand could make it work for a date.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Spiky Muse opens with a zesty burst of bergamot and a juicy, almost photorealistic strawberry, sharpened by a hint of pink pepper. This vibrant start quickly leads to a fresh, green rose heart, underscored by a whisper of earthy pistachio. The journey concludes on a warm, woody base of cedar and ambrofix, softened by sweet tonka, giving it a modern, long-lasting trail. Expect a bright and energetic rose, not a dusty, traditional one.

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