Beaver
“Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a smoky, musky composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2014 by Zoologist Perfumes, Beaver is a distinctive Oriental fragrance for both women and men. Created by perfumer Chris Bartlett, Beaver opens with a bright burst of lime blossom and citruses before descending into a rich blend of musky and woody notes. The inclusion of castoreum adds an unexpected animalic warmth, while iris and vanilla lend a touch of sweetness to the composition. This fragrance is built on contrasts, balancing crisp freshness against warm, enveloping musk and leather.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Beaver's smoky and musky accords project well, so one or two sprays are sufficient. The fragrance blooms over an hour, so it’s best to apply in the morning for a full day’s wear. Avoid layering with other scents as Beaver’s distinctive blend of notes can overpower them.
Chris Bartlett
Founding perfumer · 6 fragrances
Chris J M Bartlett, who passed away in July 2024, had a lifelong interest in perfume dating to his early teens, though his career spanned IT, national security, and government relations before he founded the fragrance house Pell Wall, providing hand-made scents and, eventually, one of the widest retail ranges of fragrance ingredients for perfumers worldwide.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet intensity of a forest clearing at dawn, where the lingering coolness of night meets the rising sun’s warm glow.
Fig. 01 — Beaver, Zoologist Perfumes
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