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Le Labo · Sold as unisex
Musc 25 Los Angeles
The hush of a late-night city street, where the glow of neon lights meets the quiet comfort of a cozy apartment.
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Musc 25 Los AngelesLuxury · $250+
55%Similar accords, often for lessNarciso Rouge Eau de Toilette · Narciso RodriguezPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 5 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2008 by Le Labo, Musc 25 Los Angeles is a fragrance that embodies the contrast between urban grit and modern elegance. Created by perfumer Frank Voelkl, it opens with aldehydic freshness that cuts through its musky and powdery base notes. The composition balances these elements with white floral and woody accords, creating an olfactory experience that feels both grounded and uplifting.
Musc 25 Los Angeles has a strong musk presence that develops gradually. Apply one or two sprays and allow it to settle on your skin for at least an hour before reapplying if needed. It pairs well with light layers, making it perfect for transitional weather.
Fig. 01 — Musc 25 Los Angeles, Le Labo
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Frank Voelkl
The precision craftsmanFrank Voelkl is a senior perfumer at Firmenich who has earned a reputation as one of the most technically gifted noses of his generation. Born in Germany and trained in France, he brings Germanic precision to French artistry.
“To me, Santal 33 is my masterpiece on “perfect imperfection.””
Frank Voelkl · CaFleureBon, October 2014
Designer Le Labo
More from the house · founded 2006 · United States
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The originalMusc 25 Los AngelesLe Labo · Luxury · $250+Narciso Rodriguez · 2019Narciso Rouge Eau de ToiletteShares 5 of its 7 notes$100–250★ 4.03 (918)51%Match
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Swiss ArabianRasheeqaShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 3.86 (192)52%Match
Narciso Rodriguez · 2014Narciso MuscShares 4 of its 5 notes$100–250★ 4.34 (172)
With Le Labo Rose 31 Perfume Oil
Adds fresh spicy, warm spicy and oud; shares rose and cedar and 1 more note.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 45%, disliked or hated by 17%.