WS-ZP-2018

Hyrax

2018unisex

musky up front, then amber, settling into animalic.

Hyrax by Zoologist Perfumes is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men. Hyrax was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Sven Pritzkoleit. Top notes are Saffron, elemi, Pink Pepper and Turkish Rose; middle notes are Hyrax, Whiskey, Styrax and Hyacinth; base notes are Castoreum, Civet, Amber,…

musky amber animalic leather

Nose: Sven Pritzkoleit

Some retailer links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosure

See price at Sephora See on Amazon

Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Saffron, elemi, Pink Pepper, Turkish Rose
Heart· 2–4h
Hyrax, Whiskey, Styrax, Hyacinth
Drydown· 6h+
Castoreum, Civet, Amber, Benzoin, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

76%

55%

49%

47%

35%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter41%Fall38%Spring13%Summer8%Night64%Day36%Wears unisex46%

Skin 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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Hyrax smell like?

musky up front, then amber, settling into animalic. Dominant accords: musky, amber, animalic.

What notes are in Hyrax?

Top: Saffron, elemi, Pink Pepper, Turkish Rose. Heart: Hyrax, Whiskey, Styrax, Hyacinth. Base: Castoreum, Civet, Amber, Benzoin, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean.

How long does Hyrax last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Hyrax loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Hyrax best for?

Winter is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Hyrax?

Night wear leads at 64%. Day is a secondary pick at 36%.

Is Hyrax for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 46% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Hyrax?

Composed by Sven Pritzkoleit. Released in 2018.