Fragrance Note Glossary

Deepen your understanding of scent with our fragrance note glossary. Discover the origins, nuances, and profiles of the notes that describe fragrances. Get ready to elevate your candle scent game and impress your friends (maybe?) with your newfound knowledge!

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D

dark musk

Description:

animalic, clean, comfortable, longlasting, powdery, round, sexy, soft

Olfactive Profile:

Heavier, more sensual musk notes. (see musk)

Facts:

Traditionally, musks were extracted from animals musk deers and African civets. In modern perfumery, it is possible to replicate these same musk aromas without the need to harvest from animals.