Molecule 02 Escentric Molecules 2008

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7.6 / 10 614 Ratings

A popular perfume by Escentric Molecules for women and men, released in 2008. The scent is woody-synthetic. It is still in production.

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Main accords

Woody

Synthetic

Fresh

Sweet

Spicy

Fragrance Notes

Ambroxan

Perfumer

Geza Schön

Ratings

Scent

7.6614 Ratings

Longevity

7.1533 Ratings

Sillage

6.2530 Ratings

Bottle

6.4503 Ratings

Value for money

6.5305 Ratings

Submitted by DonVanVliet, last update on 04/13/2025.

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Reviews

19 in-depth fragrance descriptions

12/28/2020

8
Pricing 8
Bottle 8
Sillage 8
Longevity 8
Scent

Ptsau
65 Reviews

Ptsau

Helpful Review 4

Great utility fragrance!!!

I have Molecule 01 and decided to get a bottle of Molecule 02 because I love ambroxan note. I love how both 01 & 02 prolonging my other fragrances effectively when I layer them. They really works! It will gain another 2-3 hours of the fragrances longevity and make better projection. I tried to look up the ingredients to make it myself because people said they’re cheap to make them yourself but I couldn’t find a good perfume alcohol as I want to use better quality alcohol. I also tried to get it from somebody thru Etsy. I bought two Molecule 01 from 2 different sellers, one the atomizer doesn’t work and the other one has very very strong alcohol scent and it stays for a long time. I just gave up and went with the authentic Escentric Molecule Molecule 01 and 02. First, they don’t have a strong alcohol scent (a little but not strong and it fades quickly). Second, the atomizer is so much better quality that provides very fine mist. I already spent about $60 for 2 bottles from the self-made sellers and both didn’t work. I shouldn’t waste that money and get another bottle of the authentic one. Molecule 02 from Escentric Molecules does have stronger initial alcohol scent compared to the EM Molecule 01 but it also fades quickly. They do change your fragrances’ scents a little, which you barely notice and you can smell unique since everyone will get different scents from them because they are all about chemical reactions to your body. I used 01 solely a few times when I exercise so it wouldn’t create the odd scent when fragrances mixed with my sweat. I could smell the very subdued nice body scent emit from my body (not the fragrance kind of scent). I haven’t used 02 solely yet but I will definitely try soon. I consider the Molecule 01 & 02 as functional fragrances more than real perfumes. I will always keep them in my collection.

11/16/2013

7.5
Bottle 2.5
Sillage 7.5
Longevity 5
Scent

Tar
261 Reviews

Tar

3

3 phase

I am not fond of Escentric Molecules scents, I sampled them, and this one was the best of the series.

It has 3 clearly separated phases on my skin:
1. feminine, featureless, but pleasurable
2. hazelnut + seawater (?!)
3. masculine, metallic
Easy to wear, it is a really skin-scent for daily application, not natural, rather synthetic, but never indelicate.

12/05/2023

Hartsy3
99 Reviews

Hartsy3

2

Hint of woodsiness

Ambroxan is a note that I seem to "perceive" more than actually smell. Any attempt to smell it feels like trying to look directly at a "floater" in my eye. It's always in the peripheral just out of my reach. That said, I seem to love every fragrance I find with ambroxen in it! It just elevates the fragrance and makes it so addictive. I was excited to try it as it's own note, so I could try to finally understand this strange aroma.

When I actually catch little whiffs, this fragrance is something akin to fresh cut wood shavings. But even that doesn't quite do it justice. This is an interesting fragrance all on its own, but it's even better as a layering tool. I seem to get more compliments on my fragrances when I layer a small spritz of this to the mix. It's always fascinating to see how other people experience this scent.

04/03/2022

Yankees4evr
1 Review

Yankees4evr

1

A gem

While it's true, the scent of the perfume fades away to the wearer - it can still be enjoyed by those around, 8 years have passed and people will still say to me "wow you still smell the same". This perfume is like no other in my opinion, and it is my only way to describe it. It is very dynamic and can stick on to anything while nothing at all. I always thought this perfume picks the wearer, not vice versa. I've noticed when I wear this along with a rose scented lotion (preferably Jo Malone Red Rose or Kai Rose) it seems to stick on all day bc I get compliments into the night. It can be very intoxicating though, it can linger in a room for hours so be careful when applying. If you're someone who doesn't wear much perfume, this is perfect for you. It is not for someone who wants to actually smell the perfume they are wearing because I repeat, this will NOT happen after a few uses. But it's a worthy sacrifice indeed.

I will say this scent really shouldnt be worn or recommended to men unless they have feminine qualities. It's just too delicate - too airy, playful, obnoxious, sensitive - I always thought it was a very feminine scent despite being labeled unisex. I've spelled it on men and it just comes off very confusing and creepy almost.

11/13/2024

9
Pricing 9
Bottle 6
Sillage 10
Longevity 10
Scent

Banjeekundt
102 Reviews

Banjeekundt

2

A scent on the periphery

This is a wonderful skin scent. I didn't know what to expect based on the reviews here but was pleasantly surprised.

At first spray, it was slightly sweet and musky. Then, I immediately went noseblind to it. But, after about 45 minutes, I could smell it again and it radiated from me in the most delightful way. Still sweet and musky but with a bit of salt and woodsiness to it.

I can't smell it wherever I directly spray it but it definitely gives me a scent bubble. The longevity is also great and I can still smell it on my laundry days later. My new easy grab as it seems inoffensive and suitable for warmer days (and, where I live, there are plenty of them).

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