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Musc by Ex Nihilo — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Ex Nihilo· 2016

Musc

Typically ~$250

Madagascan clove and freesia up top, drying down to cosmone and nirvanolide®. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

FreshFloralCreamy

Perfumer: Olivier Pescheux

Scent profile

Top notes

Madagascan clove

Heart notes

Freesia Orange blossom Rose

Base notes

Cosmone Nirvanolide®Patchouli Serenolide

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A spring fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

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59%

Spring

100%

Summer

89%

Fall

72%

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Where

Office

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Casual

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Date

94%

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54%

Formal

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51%