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Musk 2018 Eau de Parfum

7.7 / 10 82 Ratings
A popular limited perfume by Etro for women and men, released in 2018. The scent is woody-creamy. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Woody
Creamy
Spicy
Fresh
Powdery

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
VervainVervain BergamotBergamot GrapefruitGrapefruit
Heart Notes Heart Notes
SandalwoodSandalwood CedarwoodCedarwood Gaiac woodGaiac wood White roseWhite rose
Base Notes Base Notes
MuskMusk Indian sandalwoodIndian sandalwood
Ratings
Scent
7.782 Ratings
Longevity
7.371 Ratings
Sillage
6.574 Ratings
Bottle
8.180 Ratings
Value for money
7.222 Ratings
Submitted by Julka · last update on 09/10/2024.
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Variant of the fragrance concentration
This is a variant of the perfume Musk (Eau de Toilette) by Etro, which differs in concentration.

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3 in-depth fragrance descriptions
Sommernacht

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Sommernacht
Very helpful Review 7  
Do it right, do it good
I have long pondered what a fitting title for this fragrance could be. From a mating-ready, tame Indian forest cat to an oriental spice cookie... but sandalwood cookie captures it quite well.

The scent is called "Musk," but I must agree with the reviewers before me, I don’t smell much musk; for me, it’s not a prominent musk fragrance. Much more, a fine, very well-woven harmonious wood scent spreads out on a blanket of shy musk, dominant sandalwood, a bit of cedar, and guaiac wood. It is very rounded and does not undergo a strong development. The top note offers a fine citrus note that lasts about 10 minutes for me. Already in the top note, you can sense where the journey is headed. It quickly becomes woody - warm - balsamic - creamy, in short: really delicious. Animalic notes do not come through for me.

For me, it’s a scent to snuggle into, with a strong tendency to be an all-day fragrance for autumn and winter; however, for the latter, it might be a bit weak once you leave the house in icy temperatures. It fits excellently with men who prefer woody-warm (slightly sweet) fragrances and integrates effortlessly into the current zeitgeist as a sensual scent for autumn and winter, possibly also on a fresh spring day, like today. I also see it on women who want to show some edge without standing out too much but still prefer a slightly masculine touch. I enjoy wearing it very much.

It’s not a unique fragrance, but it is crafted exceptionally well, from start to finish - simply smooth.

I do not know the EDT, so I cannot compare. I have an original sample that I guard like my eyes and hope that the sharing for Musk will soon be fulfilled. A decant is certain for me; at the latest, the bottle should arrive in autumn. It’s a pity that this wonderful fragrance is limited!
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VegaOcean

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VegaOcean
Top Review 6  
Musk? To be approached with caution.
The Eau de Toilette from Etro was never unique among musk fragrances. The typical musk chemical powder standard. Unanimalistic. Fake.
That could be offered more or less cheaply by JOVAN, The Body Shop, Perris, and another 1000 others!
Still, I had it. A loyal companion.
What is the intensified version supposed to bring now? It has at least nothing to do with the aforementioned.
The version tested here lasts a very very very long time.
It can definitely have a good range in terms of sillage and is .... still totally different from the EDT even after hours!
More of a caricature of the oriental musk as we know it less "in the West." In the Near East, a completely different film runs with musk anyway. Animalistic and biting, musk has to be sometimes.

So what does this EDP do differently? Ironwort! Really?
In addition, a mix of soap, herbs, sandalwood. Animalistic and oily sandalwood? Cuddly and special. Not for delicate creatures.
Headaches are spreading for me in the
car. Sultry and yet powdery sweet woods.
The gourmand precursor not fully thought out.
Washing my arms off didn’t help either.
Wow, that's "strange." For a moment I thought of rancid vanilla pudding.
I still believe many will like this scent, yes even love it. But definitely test it longer first. I'm already out after three days. It doesn’t fit with me. Such a shame.
Then better the classic, so the EDT or for comparison: Diptyque does it better with Fleur de Peau, but less loud on the skin. It is more feminine.
Louder and powerful desired? Just take Tam Dao from Diptyque if masculine sandalwood is what you’re after.
Etro’s Musk EDP 2018 I place between the two mentioned above. Again, I can think of another 1000 musk examples, but that would exceed the scope.
Etro will find its lovers; the packaging is amazing. The bottle is simple and beautiful. The rest is more like described, a caricature of a true oriental musk fragrance.
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Marquise27

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Marquise27
Top Review 15  
Sensory Delight All Around
My first impression is a bit green and slightly bitter, then something very softly woody comes through in combination with musk. To be honest, the musk is not very noticeable, but the lovely woodiness is very fine and noble. I wore it to the office and received compliments from my male colleagues that it smelled very good in the office - so much so that they wanted to come very close to me - ups, hold on now! I perceive the white rose as, if at all, very subtle; this is not a floral scent but one that grounds us completely and creates a pleasant calm on a subtle level. Now I’m getting philosophical, but that’s okay, I find it incredibly wearable for both ladies and gentlemen. It is not dominantly loud but quietly present. On an elegantly dressed lady, it is very ladylike, while on a gentleman it can also appear a bit fresh and connected to nature without harsh edges. I was surprised that you need to spray very little, and it lasts very well; on good wool clothing, it stays forever or in a favorite scarf, I promise. I think such a scent is a must-have at home; it is a delight even now in this uncomfortable and gray season, it just fits! For me, this would be a scent I would gift to my best friend but also to my loved one, or you can share it at home. The bottle is, as usual, the typical beautiful Etro pattern. The price is certainly in the high segment, but due to its high longevity, it will surely rise in the hall of favorite fragrances. My gentle friend, come and stay with me, comfort me through the gray and carry me back to my origins so that I can once again grow with heart and soul - forever.
Updated on 11/30/2018
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5
A fresh and citrusy opening. A cozy drydown with a bed of sandalwood, cedar and gaiac wood, covered with a blanket of musk. Poor performance
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Unfortunately, the EdT has nothing in common with it. Reminds me of JPG Le Male with a bit more spice in the base. Good, but not necessary.
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Soft, but with a hint of scratchiness; bitter, but with a hint of sweetness; calm, but with a hint of excitement; close, but with sudden intensity. Exciting!
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Sandalwood and the other woods dance in a ring - everyone else is not allowed to join... only musk shyly enters the circle...
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4
Sandalwood disguised in a musk cloak
Spicy verbena
Refreshing yet warm
A spring companion in elegance, without being too flowery - beautiful
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Creamy, woody, fresh. The best hotel soap I've ever smelled. Even better! Pleasant sandalwood and no synthetics.
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Citrusy start, then it becomes herbal, scratchy, and woody, very fresh and bitter, quite long-lasting, but unfortunately too harsh for me.
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An extraordinary blend of woody notes, a hint of citrus & gentle musk.
Primarily, it's a distinctive sandalwood scent.
Great!
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Upside down world... if you're looking for a beautiful, fresh-creamy-woody sandalwood scent with hints of musk, you should reach for Musk ;-)
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A slightly dirty scent with a lot of wood and musk. It also reminds me a lot of Nudiflorum. Very well done, I like it!
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