Muskbase note

Civettone

The molecule of civet; warm, animalic and radiant.

Fragrance Family

Musk

Note Type

Base — Base Notes

Origin

Synthetic

Olfactory Strength

Dominant · 8/9

Civettone carries a dominant olfactory strength. This measures its perceived dominance independent of concentration — a dominant material makes its presence felt even in small amounts and can easily lead a composition.

About Civettone in Perfumery

Civettone belongs to the musk family and functions as a base note — the lasting foundation that anchors a composition and lingers longest on the skin. The foundation — deep and lasting. It is a versatile material that perfumers reach for across many styles of composition.

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