The Musc
“The Musc by Essential Parfums is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a musky, powdery composition with a lavender undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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The Musc by Essential Parfums was launched in 2018 and crafted by master perfumer Calice Becker. This woody floral musk composition opens with a fresh spicy note that cuts through the richness of its base, which is anchored by powdery musk, beeswax, and honey. The heart of lavender adds a subtle herbal twist, creating an intriguing contrast between freshness and warmth. It's a fragrance defined by its depth and complexity, offering a nuanced olfactory experience.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply one to two sprays to the pulse points, as The Musc builds gradually on skin. It's best experienced close to the body rather than from a distance, allowing you to savor its nuanced layers throughout the day.
Calice Becker
Founding perfumer · 103 fragrances · French
Calice Asancheyev-Becker is a French master perfumer and director of Givaudan Perfumery School. As of 2018 she was president of the International Society of Perfume Creators.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet sophistication of a dimly lit study where the scent of beeswax candles mingles with the warmth of leather-bound books and the subtle sweetness of honey.
Fig. 01 — The Musc, Essential Parfums
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