Montale 2010 EDP

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Musk to Musk

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Musk to Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Pierre Montale. Musk to Musk opens with Lavender and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Oud, and Lotus, and dries down to a base of Musk and Ambergris. Montale's Musk to Musk carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one splits the room right down the middle- some absolutely adore its unique take on oud and musk, while others find it a harsh, synthetic nightmare. Definitely not a safe blind buy, especially if you're expecting a traditional, clean musk.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Musk to Musk Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender50%
Nutmeg50%
Heartas listed
Lotus33%
Oud33%
Sandalwood33%
Baseas listed
Ambergris50%
Musk50%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and divisive nature, Musk to Musk is less suited for the office. Its intense, sensual character makes it ideal for dates and evening formal events, while being a bit much for casual or active wear.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Musk to Musk is a bold entanglement of deep, animalic musk with a robust woody backbone that many perceive as oud. Hints of fresh spice and amber add warmth, while a powdery nuance softens the edges. It oscillates between clean and dirty, with some finding it surprisingly metallic in the opening, evolving into a warmer, more sensual dry-down.

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