Musk

Musk fragrances are built around the scent of musk. Originally derived from the musk deer, natural musk is now rarely used due to ethical and conservation concerns. Modern perfumery relies on a wide variety of synthetic musks, which offer a diverse range of scent profiles. These can range from clean, powdery, and soapy (often called “white musks”) to warm, sweet, animalic, and even slightly woody or spicy. Musk adds depth, warmth, and sensuality to perfumes and is often used as a base note.