Xerjoff

Modoc

Modoc is a lively and sparkling citrus fragrance signed Xerjoff. It opens on mugwort, basil, bergamot and coriander, reveals iris, lavender, orange blossom and bay laurel at its heart and rests on a base of amber, white musk and vetiver.

Main accords

Pyramid & evolution

Opening First minutes

Mugwort · Basil · Bergamot · Coriander · Grapefruit
Heart ~30 min to 2 h

Iris · Lavender · Orange blossom · Bay laurel · Pine
Base Several hours

Amber · White musk · Vetiver

Top notes

Heart notes

Base notes

What its composition says

17 materials declared, against 7.6 on average in the catalogue: the formula is fuller than usual.
8 materials on top for 3 in the base: the pyramid plays the opening more than the trail.
Mugwort: a niche material, declared by only 10 of the 1,980 perfumes analysed in the catalogue.
White musk: conversely, one of the most widely used materials in the catalogue — 50% of the analysed perfumes contain it.

Frequencies measured on the Olfact catalogue only.

Scent profile

Estimates derived from the composition — not measured.

Wear time Moderate

5 to 7 h estimated on skin

Projection Moderate

noticeable at arm’s length

Ideal seasons

Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Time of day

Day
Evening

Versatile, from mid-season to sunny days (15–25 °C / 59–77 °F).

Ideal occasions

Office & everyday Measured enough not to overwhelm a closed space or a meeting.

Strengths

Great versatility: goes from the office to dinner without a false note.

The success of Modoc by Xerjoff comes down to its versatility: an easy-going signature that finds its place from morning to night without ever clashing.

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