Escentric Molecules

Molecule 04

  • Unisex
  • Eau de Toilette
  • 2017

Molecule 04 is a noble and enveloping woody fragrance signed Escentric Molecules. It rests on a base of sandalwood.

Main accords

Pyramid & evolution

Unofficial sources Data drawn from unofficial sources, not from the house: this pyramid (like the year and gender shown) may contain discrepancies.

  1. Opening First minutes

    Sandalwood

  2. Heart ~30 min to 2 h

    Sandalwood

  3. Base Several hours

    Sandalwood

Base notes

What its composition says

  • Only 1 material declared, against 7.6 on average in the catalogue: the formula is tight.

Frequencies measured on the Olfact catalogue only.

Scent profile

Estimates derived from the composition — not measured.

Wear time Good
7 to 9 h estimated on skin
Projection Moderate
noticeable at arm’s length

Ideal seasons

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter

Time of day

  • Day
  • Evening

Made for cool to cold weather — below 15 °C (59 °F).

Ideal occasions

  • Office & everyday Measured enough not to overwhelm a closed space or a meeting.
  • Dates & seduction Its warm, sensual facets play the card of closeness.

Who is it for?

For those who prefer the quiet presence of a woody fragrance to a show.

Strengths

  • Great versatility: goes from the office to dinner without a false note.
  • A legible, recognisable signature, without clutter.

Avoid if…

  • you shun warm, opulent trails, especially in summer.

If Molecule 04 by Escentric Molecules seduces, it is through its enveloping warmth: a sensual trail that settles in and that you want to find on yourself again.

Our picks

  • Same woody signature.

  • Same woody signature.

  • Le Labo Santal 33 Woody Leather Powdery Eau de Parfum · 2011

    Same woody signature.

  • By Kilian Angels' Share Gourmand Woody Warm spicy Eau de Parfum · 2020

    Same woody signature.

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