BergamotOpens with
CypressHeart
VetiverDries down to
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Ex Nihilo · Sold as unisex
Vetiver Moloko
The quiet moment when you step into an old library, where the scent of vetiver and vanilla intermingles with the faint trace of milk from a long-forgotten pastry.
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Vetiver MolokoLuxury · $250+
43%Similar accords, often for lessGucci Guilty Absolute Pour Femme · GucciPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 by Ex Nihilo, Vetiver Moloko is a composition that defies easy categorization. The fragrance opens with the bright zest of bergamot and cypress, lending an aromatic freshness that contrasts beautifully against the earthy richness of vetiver and amyris. At its heart lies Bulgarian rose, which adds a delicate floral touch before giving way to the creamy warmth of milk and Madagascar vanilla in the base. This blend creates a distinctive olfactory experience that is both grounding and uplifting.
Apply Vetiver Moloko in light layers to let each note unfold naturally. The aromatic top notes are fleeting, so ensure that the heart and base notes have ample time to develop. This fragrance reads best close to skin, making it perfect for an intimate setting or a quiet afternoon.
Fig. 01 — Vetiver Moloko, Ex Nihilo
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Givaudan
A. is a Swiss multinational manufacturer of flavours, fragrances and active cosmetic ingredients. As of 2025, it was the world's largest company in the flavour and fragrance industry.
Designer Ex Nihilo
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The originalVetiver MolokoEx Nihilo · Luxury · $250+Gucci · 2018Gucci Guilty Absolute Pour FemmeShares 4 of its 9 notes$100–250★ 3.99 (3,545)43%Match
Zara · 2020Navy BlackShares Bergamot and Vetiverunder $40★ 3.84 (497)44%Match
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With Ex Nihilo Rose
Adds musky, rose and powdery; shares bergamot and vetiver.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 12%.