Molinard 2015 EDP

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Musc

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Molinard Musc is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Musc opens with Bergamot and Neroli, settles into a heart of Amber, Patchouli, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Musk, Benzoin, and Opoponax. Molinard's Musc carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Molinard Musc is a divisive one, but those who love it, *really* love it. Forget clean musks; this is a full-bodied, balsamic, hippie dream that evokes head shops and incense with an undeniable potency. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Warm
  • Edgy
  • Cozy
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Musc 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Given its strong projection and distinctive 'head shop' character, this isn't office-friendly, unless you are a true hippie. It's too heavy for sport and a bit much for formal events, but perfect for dates or casual wear where you want to make a statement.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Opens with a fleeting, surprising burst of bright neroli and bergamot, sometimes leaning towards a curious grape-like sweetness. It quickly deepens into a rich, resinous heart of warm amber, earthy patchouli, and sweet vanilla. The base amplifies this with smoky opoponax and benzoin, all underpinned by a complex, furry musc. Expect a powerful, enveloping aroma that's both sweet and animalic.

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