Black Musk
sweet up front, then vanilla, settling into powdery.
About
Black Musk by The Body Shop is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for women. Black Musk was launched in 2015. Black Musk was created by Cecile Matton and Ralf Schwieger. Top notes are Pear, Pink Pepper and Bergamot; middle notes are Licorice, Heliotrope and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Black Vanilla…
Noses: Ralf Schwieger · Cecile Matton
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Black Vanilla Husk, Chocolate, Black Musk, Patchouli, Vetiver
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Black Musk smell like?
sweet up front, then vanilla, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: sweet, vanilla, powdery.
What notes are in Black Musk?
Top: Pear, Pink Pepper, Bergamot. Heart: Licorice, Heliotrope, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Black Vanilla Husk, Chocolate, Black Musk, Patchouli, Vetiver.
How long does Black Musk last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Black Musk loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Black Musk best for?
Fall is the top pick (39%). Winter is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Black Musk?
Night wear leads at 61%. Day is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is Black Musk for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 36% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Black Musk?
Composed by Ralf Schwieger and Cecile Matton. Released in 2015.
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