Le Labo 2008 EDP

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Musc 25 Los Angeles

by Frank Voelkl

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Le Labo Musc 25 Los Angeles is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Frank Voelkl. Musc 25 Los Angeles settles into a heart of Musk, Cedar, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Le Labo's Musc 25 Los Angeles carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Le Labo Musc 25 Los Angeles is a polarising scent, loved by some for its clean, sophisticated musk and despised by others for its challenging animalic and aldehydic facets. It's a 'love it or hate it' fragrance, with a cult following despite its hefty price tag and perceived reformulations.
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Musc 25 Los Angeles 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
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:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

This fragrance is versatile for casual and date wear due to its 'clean but dirty' musk profile that adapts to the skin. Its strong projection and controversial dry-down make it less ideal for formal or high-energy sport settings, while being subtle enough for an office, if applied lightly.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Musc 25 opens with an immediate aldehydic sparkle, evoking a clean, airy freshness that quickly melds into a complex musky heart. Hints of rose and lily of the valley add a delicate floral quality, while patchouli, vetiver, and cedar provide an earthy, woody depth. The ambergris accord introduces a touch of intriguing animalism, adding a 'dirty clean' nuance. The overall effect is a soft, powdery musk, both comforting and subtly sensual, which evolves into a long-lasting skin scent.

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