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Penguin by Zoologist

Zoologist· 2024

Penguin

7.3103Typically ~$175

Opens on ice accord, settles into a suede-fresh base. Suits daily wear in fall.

FreshSpicyAquaticLeatherySynthetic

Perfumer: Chiaki Nomura

Scent profile

Top notes

Ice accord Juniper berry Air accord

Heart notes

Pink pepper Saffron Cistus absolute

Base notes

Suede Irish moss

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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