MUSK

Did you know that the musk used since time immemorial in perfumery comes from the musk deer and other animal species?

The musk deer has a gland that secretes a strong-smelling substance, and that's where the name musk comes from. This gland is also found in other animal species, such as the musk ox.

This gland is dried and has a naturally not particularly pleasant smell for the human nose, but when used in minimal doses in perfumery, it adds sweetness to the perfume and fixes the scents. It is also said to have exciting and attractive properties, as it contains pheromones. Nowadays, to protect animals, musk found in some plant species, such as muskwood from the Guianas, is increasingly used.

Musk is used as a base in oriental fragrances that are characterized by their sensuality and warmth and transport us to luxurious and exotic.  places. They originate from Arab countries and are enveloping and hypnotic, but not everyone dares with such powerful and intense aromas.