Swiss Arabian 2021 EDP

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Musk 01

by Olivier Cresp

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Swiss Arabian Musk 01 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Olivier Cresp. Musk 01 opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Elemi, settles into a heart of Musk, Orange Blossom, and Lily, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Swiss Arabian's Musk 01 carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a clean, white floral and musk bomb - and a proper crowd-pleaser if that's your thing. Ignore the hype about dupes; it's a stellar performer in its own right, delivering a soft-soapy, fresh-laundry vibe without being remotely boring. Just be prepared for a strong orange blossom kick.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Cozy
Musk 01 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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Given its 'clean laundry' and 'freshly showered' vibe, this scent is ideal for everyday casual wear and could even work for the office, as it's powerful but not 'in your face'. While it might be a bit too casual for a formal event, its comforting aura makes it suitable for relaxed dates.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Musk 01 dives straight in with a radiant burst of orange blossom and soft, clean lily, brightened by a whisper of bergamot and a subtle, effervescent pink pepper. This fresh, floral heart settles onto a creamy, comforting base of musky sandalwood, enriched by the sweet warmth of vanilla and tonka. It’s an airy, pure aroma that evokes freshly laundered sheets and sun-drenched skin, enveloping you in a gentle, persistent embrace.

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