Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur 2012 EDP

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Musc Intense

by Patricia de Nicolaï

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Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur Musc Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Patricia de Nicolaï. Musc Intense opens with Rose, Galbanum, and Pear, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Violet, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Civet. Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur's Musc Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Musc Intense is Nicolai's intensely divisive take on a classic musky rose. It's either a warm, elegant hug that evokes nostalgia for some, or a soapy, plastic-smelling mess for others. Sample before you commit to this tricky beast, as skin chemistry plays a huge role here.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Cozy
  • Subtle
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Musc Intense 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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its soft sillage and 'clean' character make it ideal for the office or casual wear, as noted by several reviewers. It's too subdued for a bold formal statement or sports, and while pleasant, it lacks a strong romantic allure for dates unless a subtle, comforting vibe is desired.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Opens with a juicy, bright burst of pear cutting through a Turkish rose, underpinned by a green hint of galbanum. The heart blossoms with a powdery bouquet of violet and carnation, mingling with more rose and jasmine. The dry down is a clean, soapy musk, warmed by a touch of civet, amber, and creamy sandalwood.

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