Molton Brown 2021 EDP

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Labdanum Dusk

by Nathalie Koobus

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Molton Brown Labdanum Dusk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Nathalie Koobus. Labdanum Dusk opens with Cedar and Saffron, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha and Leather, and dries down to a base of Labdanum. Molton Brown's Labdanum Dusk carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive scent, Labdanum Dusk starts loud and medicinally sharp for some, but for others, it's quickly softened into an opulent, rich, and deeply luxurious drydown that lingers beautifully. It's a journey, not a destination.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
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Labdanum Dusk Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cedar59%
Saffron41%
Heartas listed
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha51%
Leather49%
Baseas listed
Labdanum100%

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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This fragrance is quite intense and projects well after an initial loud opening, making it less suitable for a typical office environment. However, its luxurious and mysterious character, coupled with good longevity, make it ideal for evening dates and formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., FRAGRANCE/PARFUM, WATER/AQUA/EAU, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, COUMARIN, EUGENOL, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

Ethics and formulation

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About

Labdanum Dusk opens with a bold, almost medicinal hit of cedar and saffron, before gradually softening into a captivating heart of supple leather and grounding cypriol. The drydown unveils a wonderfully rich labdanum, underscored by warm vanilla and earthy patchouli, creating a dark, mysterious, and utterly luxurious amber-woody embrace. It's complex, with an old-school vibe given a modern twist.

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Where to buy

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