Russian Musk II

Russian Musk II by Areej Le Doré is a profound and animalic chypre centered around a rich, natural deer musk. The fragrance opens with a sharp, vibrant citrus and coniferous burst—lemon, bergamot, mandarin, fir, and pine—creating a bracing, green freshness that quickly settles into a deeper, woody, and spicy core. Over time, the scent evolves into a complex, layered composition where warm spices like cinnamon and cloves mingle with sandalwood, amber, patchouli, and oakmoss, enveloped in a deeply textured, powdery musk. The musk is not synthetically simulated but real and animalic—rich, animalic, subtly urinous, and profoundly enveloping. It transforms with body heat, becoming more intimate and fleshy when worn, revealing a luxurious, sable-like depth that lingers for hours. Despite its heavy, mature character, the fragrance eventually softens into a comforting, smoky, and slightly sweet drydown, especially after the initial sharpness fades.