Zoologist Perfumes 2018 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Moth

by Tomoo Inaba

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Zoologist Perfumes Moth is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Tomoo Inaba. Moth opens with Lemon, Pepper, Cinnamon, and Clove, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Smoke and Honey. Zoologist Perfumes's Moth carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Divisive yet utterly captivating, Moth is either a gothic masterpiece evoking forgotten attics and smouldering enchantment, or a dusty, medicinal mess. You'll either love its unsettling beauty or find it completely unwearable.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Gothic
  • Warm
  • Powdery
  • Elegant
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Moth 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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and distinct, 'arty' character make it less suitable for everyday office wear, with many finding it unwearable for work. However, its complex, dark allure fits well for date nights and formal events, particularly in colder weather, where its unique profile can be appreciated without overwhelming a casual setting.

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

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove

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

Moth unfurls with a potent, almost liturgical opening of dark, warm spices and a fleeting zest of lemon. This quickly mellows, developing into a dry, powdery heart where honey-drenched florals like rose and iris intertwine with an antique, dusty quality. The base deepens into a smoky, resinous warmth, reminiscent of old wood and smouldering incense, embracing a curiously comforting, almost melancholic sweetness.

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