Musk Deer
“Musk Deer by Zoologist Perfumes is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a woody, warm spicy composition with a musky undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2020 by Zoologist Perfumes and crafted by Pascal Gaurin, Musk Deer is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that weaves together the warmth of cardamom and calamus with the depth of Laotian oud and sandalwood. The composition opens with an aromatic spiciness that transitions into a heart of rose and jasmine sambac, before settling into a powdery musk base enriched by labdanum and orris. This fragrance is a study in contrasts — its bright, spicy top notes give way to a richly enveloping warmth that feels both modern and lasting.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Musk Deer develops best when applied directly to pulse points. The spicy top notes dissipate within the first hour, so aim for a second application if you want them to linger. The musky base blooms slowly over time, making this fragrance ideal for evening wear or cooler evenings.
Pascal Gaurin
Founding perfumer · 62 fragrances
Designer Zoologist Perfumes
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The story behind the bottle.
The intimate embrace of an old library, where the scent of aged books and warm wood is punctuated by a hint of floral perfume.
Fig. 01 — Musk Deer, Zoologist Perfumes
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