by Zara
MSK 004/NTL is a soft, powdery gourmand fragrance that evokes sweetened almond candy flowing over a cloud of clean musk. The opening is immediately candy-sweet, with a candied almond note that feels both nostalgic and clean, like sugared confetti or wire-wrapped pastel treats. After a few minutes, it settles into a gentle, powdery iris base, with a quiet earthy depth from patchouli that grounds the sweetness. The scent remains delicate and intimate, with moderate projection and sillage—best experienced on clothing or in close proximity. It doesn’t linger strongly on skin, with longevity typically fading within a few hours, but performs well on fabrics, lasting up to a day. While some liken it to Lancôme Iris Dragees or Prada Candy, it strikes a middle ground: less floral than Iris Dragees, less caramelly than Prada Candy, and more centered on a milky, musky glow. The overall impression is charming, elegant, and quietly seductive—a buttery, soft, powder-dusted scent that feels timeless and unobtrusive. It’s ideal for day wear, suitable for spring and autumn, and delivers a quietly comforting, gendered elegance that appeals most to fans of sweet, powdery, almondy scents.