Notes Atlas/oak moss
Woody · 233 fragrances
oak moss.
233
Fragrances
1922
Earliest use in catalog
base
Typical position · 88%
Woody
Reads as
In the heart of woody compositions, oak moss anchors fragrances with a deep, green earthiness that grounds and enriches.
Profile
What it reads as.
Share of oak moss-bearing fragrances carrying each accord.
Where to wear it
The fragrances that wear it best.
The Story
oak moss in perfumery.
Oak moss is an extract from the lichen growing on oak trees, exuding a rich, velvety scent that's both earthy and slightly musty. This natural ingredient adds depth to perfumes, reminiscent of damp forests and moss-covered rocks, evoking a sense of nature's raw beauty.
Perfumers often place oak moss at the heart or base notes of compositions, where it acts as a stabilizer for other scents, enhancing their longevity on the skin. It pairs particularly well with musk, bergamot, jasmine, patchouli, rose, and amber, creating complex layers that are woody, earthy, citrusy, aromatic, and mossy.
Today, oak moss can be found in notable fragrances like Aventus by Creed, Supremacy Collector's Edition Pour Homme by Afnan, Terre d'Hermes Parfum Hermès, Chanel No 19 Eau de Parfum, Memoir Woman by Amouage, and Comme des Garcons Series 3 Incense: Avignon. These compositions showcase oak moss as a key element in modern woody and earthy perfumes.