2009
Musk Pure
Shyamala MaisondieuThe nose · 63 fragrances · also made The Most Wanted ParfumPortrait →

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Tom Ford  ·  Sold as feminine

Musk Pure

The intimate stillness of an opulent room where powdery scents blend with warm amber and beeswax, evoking a sense of refined luxury.

3.94346 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
muskypowderyamberwhite floralyellow floralsweet
Musk PureLuxury · $250+
70%Similar accords, often for lessRoyal Musk · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 8 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting53% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak11%
Moderate30%
Long lasting32%
Eternal21%
SillageModerate48% say strong or enormous
Intimate14%
Moderate38%
Strong23%
Enormous25%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine4%
⚥
Unisex49%
♀
Feminine47%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2009 by Tom Ford and crafted by perfumer Shyamala Maisondieu, Musk Pure is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. The composition opens with a powdery and musky accord that quickly transitions into the warmth of amber and beeswax, creating an enveloping cocoon of softness and depth. This fragrance leans on white floral and yellow floral notes to add a touch of sweetness and elegance, while iris lends a subtle earthiness that keeps the scent grounded yet luxurious.

How to wear it

One or two sprays are sufficient as the musk and powdery notes project well. Apply to pulse points for a lasting effect throughout the day. The fragrance blooms best close to the skin, so avoid heavy layering.

Fig. 01 — Musk Pure, Tom Ford

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03 · The nose

Shyamala Maisondieu

Malaysia to Idôle

Shyamala Maisondieu was born in Malaysia to a Malay and Indian family, moving to London for her education before discovering her talent for fragrance while living in Hong Kong.

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Designer Tom Ford

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Musk PureHeaven Can Wait
Try it layered

With Frederic Malle Heaven Can Wait

Adds warm spicy, woody and fruity; shares musk.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.94/ 5 · 346 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 20%.

Love41%
Like35%
OK5%
Dislike17%
Hate3%
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