Le Labo 2008 Edp

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Musc 25 Los Angeles

by Frank Voelkl

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 Aldehydes, Rose, Patchouli, and Musk. Le Labo's Musc 25 Los Angeles carries a Favourite verdict, a musky-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.
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Sensual
  • Soft
  • Feminine
Musc 25 Los Angeles Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 23%
Fruity 0%
Green 5%
Sweet 11%
Warm 2%
Woody 21%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 25%
Fresh 24%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

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.

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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.