Animalic
The note is a profound, often challenging, yet utterly captivating olfactory experience, ranging from warm, musky, and skin-like to intensely fecal, urinous, leathery, or even subtly metallic. Its texture can feel dense, oily, and almost viscous, clinging to the skin with remarkable tenacity. When present in higher concentrations, it possesses an undeniable raw intensity and a powerful, almost confrontational projection that can fill a room. However, in judicious amounts, it transforms into a soft, purring warmth, a second skin that melds with the wearer's natural scent. Its evolution is typically slow and deliberate; it rarely behaves as a top note, instead anchoring compositions as a deep heart or, more commonly, a long-lasting base note. It adds a crucial 'dirty' or 'lived-in' nuance, preventing fragrances from becoming overly sterile or abstract. Specific facets include the rich, leathery warmth of castoreum; the sweet, fecal, and sometimes urinous complexity of civet; the clean, powdery, or sometimes metallic and slightly 'sweaty' nuances of various musks; and the deep, oceanic, sometimes fecal-sweet, and mineralic quality of ambergris. Indolic notes, often derived from white florals like jasmine or tuberose, also contribute an animalic, almost decaying-sweetness.
Fragrances
Patio Parfum Du BienMysterious, ancient, spiritual, earthy, and warm, evoking the essence of Mayan civilization and sacred rituals.
SospiroAira projects a sophisticated, warm, intense, and sensual vibe, evoking a feeling of luxurious depth and refined mystery, reminiscent of an intimate yet powerful solo performance.
Arquiste2012
A sophisticated and dramatic scent that evokes historical Russian elegance, literary romance, and the tension of a fateful duel. It feels refined, leathery, and coolly atmospheric.
Demeter FragranceWarm, sensual, comforting, and slightly mysterious with an animalistic musk undertone.
Pierre Guillaume ParisDark, mysterious, rich, and sophisticated, evoking the depth of red wine and animalic oud.
Zoologist2020
Mysterious, nocturnal, earthy, fruity, and animalic, evoking the unique and enigmatic world of bats.
Orto Parisi2021
Primal, powerful, and raw. It evokes a sense of ancient traditions and a deep connection to natural, animalic materials, balanced with a modern, artistic edge. The vibe is one of rugged individualism and a reverence for heritage.
Angelos Creations Olfactives2023
Daring, nostalgic, smoky, and intense, reminiscent of late 90s nightlife.
Francesca BianchiA complex and captivating fragrance that balances innocence with profound sensuality. It evokes a mood of alluring duality, starting with a luminous and carefree fruity sweetness before transitioning into a deep, animalic, and seductive leather embrace.
BORNTOSTANDOUTPrimal, raw, seductive, and unapologetically dirty, evoking a sense of untamed sensuality and dark allure.
Parfum d'EmpireAn adventurous, elegant, and exotic scent with a warm and slightly wild character, evoking images of Indian savannahs and jungles.
D.S. & DurgaA fresh, artistic, and nostalgic scent that evokes the spirit of the 1960s, inspired by Eastern philosophy and a quixotic, mythic garden.
ZimayaAn elegant and sensual fragrance that evokes a journey through nature, blending refreshing white florals with warm amber and deep animalic musks, creating a sophisticated and memorable floral experience with a hint of sweetness.
Nosu2025
Primal, mysterious, and untamed, evoking the feeling of observing wildlife from a hidden, wooden shelter.
BeauFort LondonA strikingly powerful and intense fragrance with animalic depths, evoking a sophisticated and bold masculine energy, reminiscent of historical themes and the dichotomy of man and beast. It suggests a raw yet refined essence, with a strong, commanding presence.
Francesca Bianchi2022
Elegant, Fresh, Vintage, Seducing, Sophisticated, luxurious, and carefree, evoking the atmosphere of the Roman Dolce Vita.
Perris Monte CarloSensual, warm, and intimate musk with elegant floral hues—sophisticated yet provocative.
Nasomatto2018
An intimate, sensual, and raw experience, evoking the unexpected tranquility of surrendering oneself without boundaries. It's a delicate collision of bold florals and skin-like musk, a natural and primitive interpretation of being touched, revealing a hazy intuition of depth.