Exquisite Musk
“Exquisite Musk by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a amber, fresh spicy composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Exquisite Musk by Yves Saint Laurent was launched in 2016 as a fragrance that defies the traditional gender binary, blending spicy and woody notes with an unyielding musky base. The composition opens with ginger, bringing a bright freshness that cuts through to the heart of rose, nutmeg, and cinnamon — creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. As it settles into benzoin, musk, patchouli, ambergris, agarwood (oud), and labdanum, Exquisite Musk transforms into an enveloping warmth, reminiscent of the most luxurious oriental fragrances.
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When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply one or two sprays to the pulse points, as the spicy top notes are bright but short-lived. The musky base develops slowly over time, so it's best worn in the evening when its warmth can linger throughout the night.
Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of a rare piece of art — where spices and woods blend into an opulent yet understated masterpiece.
Fig. 01 — Exquisite Musk, Yves Saint Laurent
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