Amber Musk

Sooo good. Not powdery to me but more like clean soapy skin, maybe from the lily-of-the-valley and magnolia listed on Aerin’s site, moisturized with a coconut body butter and musk oil. Sandalwood adds a creaminess too, that works well with the cream from the coconut. Praline sweetens. Soft in texture, but there when snuggled close. Sometimes it presents intimately and other times there’s a projection that still is modest. Lasts for only 4-6 hours on skin depending on the day. Longer on clothes and I don’t mind this being on clothes. Although, this evaporates eventually from clothes. You'll never smell this on anything before doing laundry. Definitely a grab-and-go for errands, appts, groceries, etc and more of a signature for lounging in the house alone, with friends, family or your partner. It’s something I want to be recognized for in those settings and not really for intentional outings. Smells like I just oiled my skin or like the dry-down base of most fragrances. Alongside being a softer Mon Guerlain, Amber musk is pretty much a more affordable but still not that affordable version of FDB Santal Complet, which I will not buy again because the price is really due to the beautiful bottle. It was one of the best summer and year-round beauties. They both last moderately on me with very soft textures, blurred and rounded edges, so the performance may seem weak. Both linear, with an oiliness contributing to the texture. Like scooping some balm and melting it into your skin for a sheen. Although they have different florals, Amber musk definitely shares a close vibe with Santal Complet and both are perfect all year. Summer is the trickiest season for me with sweeter scents...unless there’s coconut. Now I can save on $345 and purchase Amber musk at 101 mL, one milliliter more, under 200 with a sale. I got this during the Nordstrom 30 percent annual sale. I don’t think I will ever get this at full price. Update: I bought my replacement bottle and returned it. Got the lotion instead because I think this scent makes the most sense in that form/texture and cost-wise, after the recent price hike to $210.

I have been looking for something to replace my beloved Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline EDP and someone on Reddit suggested this to me. While it’s not the same, it does possess the musky benzoin quality I love about that scent. And you have to appreciate that combo to appreciate this one. It is so warm, comforting, and sensual. I have a love/hate relationship with amber, so the fact that amber is actually in the name of this perfume really scared me, but this is an airy, soft, and cozy amber. It’s not a harsh burnt one, and that’s how amber gets on my skin sometimes. I’ll admit that this is pricey for a scent that could have better longevity and sillage, but it can be worn year round, there is really nothing that smells like it on the market, and the travel size is widely available. I honestly do not understand the comparisons to Wild Musk, which I only tried because it’s in the “smells like” section. Wild Musk smells like only musk to me, with maybe a little baby powder, not the same at all. I understand the comparisons to Burberry Brit and Amor Amor even less. BB is very citrus-forward and AA is black currant and vanilla on my skin. Not a fan of either one and I realize that everyone’s nose and skin chemistry is different, but I don’t think I’ve ever been more lost on the “smells like” section than I am with this perfume.

Whilst I understand where some of the negative reviews are coming from regarding price for a skin-scent, for me, the cozy deliciousness of this fragrance, coupled with the fact it shares similarities with a long-lost fragrance I really enjoyed, makes this a winner in my book. Amber Musk definitely smells like an offering from Cacharel, but I think it's reminiscent of the discontinued Gloria, which now costs the earth should you want a bottle. Gloria, with its amber-croissant-vanilla-custard-cherry accords (especially prominent in the body oil) was a super gourmand from before fragrances became syrupy-sweet, and this smells almost exactly like it. It is diffuse and light, but hangs around close to the skin in a wonderful hug. I also agree that it's similar to the fantastic original Chanel Egoiste, which had a buttery amber and pluminess, and you could also place it beside Lalique le parfum as a smellalike. However, because Amber Musk is so gentle and pretty, with a touch of baby powder, I find myself preferring it now I have a baby and a more sensitive nose. No, this isn't a show-stopper, but nor is it trying to be. Personally I love it, as in an industry saturated with high potency gourmand fruitchoulis, sometimes you may want something that is still tasty but more demure.

I've been testing this from a discovery set the last couple of days. The scent is gorgeous!! So simple and warm, easy to love from the first moment, perfect for a self-care moment or any day, any time. I would love to bathe in this! But.... either I am immediately anosmic to it after 10 minutes OR, as many reviewers below said, there is zero longevity. Anosmia is a possibility because I can't smell Narciso for Her. But, I used about 10 sprays this morning, on top of yesterday's 20-25 (or more) sprays throughout the day... and my husband could only smell it from one foot away (I had to ask him) and he said it smells really good, but is "very, VERY faint". I've burned through the entire discovery sample in a short time with only the most fleeting moments of enjoyment while it's still wet on my skin. Once it dries, it's pretty much gone. If they were to re-introduce Aerin Amber Musk with more oomph I would be first in line, I adore it that much! Lauder people, if you're reading this, please don't give up on this gorgeous fragrance! It would make a lovely suite of body products, to use as a signature scent or to create a lovely base skin scent.

Amber Musk is the perfect signature scent for somebody who doesn't like floral or fresh scents. If you're more into warm and cozy fragrances, this is for you. Amber Musk is the perfect warm, cozy, fuzzy fragrance for everyday since it's all of those things without being heavy or dark. It almost has an airy quality to it, very light and easy to wear. If you've ever used Amika hair products you already know this scent, because Amber Musk smells almost identical to those, it's 95% the same scent. I've reached for this more than any other fragrance in my collection since I bought it 3 months ago. I use Amika hair products and I always crave this after a shower. The longevity is not great, I get 3-4 hours before it's a skin scent, but it lasts on clothes until you wash them. Moderate projection. I feel like you need to overspray this one, so it's quite expensive for what you get. Scent alone is a 10/10, but I'll give it a 9/10 since it doesn't last very long on the skin.

I was gifted a VERY generous sample of this in a recent swap with the lovely, sweet and generous YesVeruca. I decided to try really hard to be patient and not just base my love / like / dislike on first notes as I sometimes have a tendency to do... So, I loved it from first spray, okay? I then let it sit on both a biz card, and a small hanky in my bathroom for an entire 24hrs. OMGGGG, this is the ISH! I mean, it's expensive, but for a quality fragrance like this, it's so worth it! I've worn it twice - spraying oh-so sparingly - it lasts and I just love it. Men, not BOYS, AND women, were all over me on my Birthday last weekend while I was out. It's different than the musk in say, Narciso Rodriguez or in the traditional scent, hard to describe but it's just very clean, feminine and pretty. I feel so kissable in it! I'm saving for a BIG bottle! EDIT: Lasts on clothes but not on skin, which is a bummer.

This fragrance reminds me of a woman in a long silk skirt and a cashmere sweater: classy, poised, and effortlessly elegant. Though I usually dislike lily of the valley, I barely detect it here. The florals stay soft and in the background, adding a touch of grace while amber and musk take center stage. It’s perfect for late fall, winter, and early spring. When I first tested it in-store, I thought it was just “nice,” but hours later I kept catching whiffs of creamy warmth that completely won me over. Once I realized it was the amber musk, I immediately bought a bottle for my mom. The dry down reminds me why amber is my favorite note; it’s rich, soft, and comforting. Every time she wears it, that beautiful creaminess fills the air, and I’m reminded of how stunning this perfume truly is. If you’re searching for a soft, warm, and elegant scent for the colder months, this is it.

I've never owned or smelled an Aerin fragrance and going by the name alone, this is not one I would have normally been attracted to. But my friend gave me a huge bag of perfume samples, this being one of them, and this was an instant love at first sniff. I'm not, or didn't think I was a fan of amber or musk, but this one smells so soft and pretty. Compared to some other amber fragrances, this one is softer and not as overwhelming, so perhaps for people like myself who aren't a big fan of strong amber notes, this one might be a good one to ease into. The first day I wore this perfume, I was wearing a super soft and pale nude/light tan sweater, and if perfumes could have a corresponding color and texture, it would be that. The scent is so warm, softly sensual and romantic and just so beautiful. I feel so feminine when I'm wearing this.

I absolutely love this fragrance! It's definitely one of those that I could spray all day (if it weren't so expensive). On the initial spray I get a very fresh sweet rose scent, that quickly transforms into a milky coconut/vanilla/musk scent that I can't get enough of. The projection quickly fades from room filling to almost non-existent. Which is heartbreaking since the smell is so pleasant. My husband loves this on me and several of my co-workers, male and female have all commented on how nice it smells after I've sprayed it. Very wearable at the office, as it isn't an offensive scent and isn't strong. I'll be waiting on them to reformulate this so it lasts longer. When they do, I'll buy a full size bottle. But until they fix the longevity and sillage I'll just buy the little sample sprayers when I have a scent craving.

In my wardrobe of bold, dark perfumes, Aerin's Amber & Musk is important in terms of curating a well-rounded collection. It is not the most unique or striking, but it is lovely and inoffensive. It is easy to layer, if that's your thing. The composition is uncomplicated: it smells just like light amber and white musk. No coconut is detectable to my nose. The rose, benzoin, and lily of the valley are minimally present at best. It doesn't evolve much in the drydown. Overall, I like it and think it is pleasant. It is probably the lightest fragrance in my collection; I appreciate it a lot for filling that niche so well. However, it is definitely overpriced for how 'basic' it is. Longevity is moderate; sillage is intimate-moderate. Overall experience: 7/10 (definitely like, definitely not a love).

I fell in love with this one the first time I smelled it in the store. Scent wise it is perfection to me. It truly is like a thin beige cashmere sweater - cozy and calming yet light to wear. Amber musk has a certain airiness to it that stops it from ever being cloying or overwhelming. Perfect for a cozy night at home, but just as perfect as an inoffensive office fragrance. Sometimes even the thought of some of my more “dense” perfumes can make me feel nauseous- but those days I can still wear Amber musk without any problem at all. Do I wish it lasted a bit longer or maybe projected a bit more - sure, but performance isn’t THAT bad, and in some settings, such as at the office, the moderate projection is actually a plus. I’m really glad I have Amber musk in my collection.

I love this perfume. As some people's reviews suggest, there's nothing in this smell that will take you to mars, and even I would say it's probably quite a forgettable perfume. However, I think this is why I love it and why it has become an almost-everyday perfume for me. I get comments on this perfume a lot, but I don't think anyone would rush out to buy it - so it smells just like me. It's got the sweet maturity of amber, which is brought back down to earth by the musk. There's a slightly floral edge to this smell on me, but it is a very linear perfume overall. In my opinion, you could wear this any time of year; in the winter, the amber really takes charge, but in the summer I get much more of the floral, musky notes.

I didn't think I would like amber or musk. But this one, I really like it. I think it has a soft, lovely, pleasant scent. Kinda makes me feel cozy wearing it. Update: 05/29/2023. The more I wear, the more I like. I am upgrading to love. I normally hate coconut note, but in this I don’t detect at all. It is so soft and magnificently well-blended. 🥰 Update: 04/04/2024. This is a gorgeous scent. In terms of longevity, I find it pretty good. I sprayed a few times on my undershirt before going to work. I kept getting wafts of the beautiful aroma until evening when I got home and changed clothes. I don’t spray perfume directly on my skin; maybe that’s why I have never really had any issues with longevity.

Amber Musk smells like a woman who doesn’t need to announce herself. She’s soft-spoken, calm, clean, poised, and quietly luxurious. The kind of person who walks into a room and somehow everyone feels her presence without her even trying. Every single time I wear this perfume, somebody turns around to ask what I’m wearing. It’s subtle, but captivating. Rich without being loud. Warm, elegant, serious, but with so much depth to it. The scent draws you in first, and the longer it sits on you, the better it gets. If this perfume were a person, she’d be the woman who has money but never talks about it. Humble, composed, fascinating without trying to be. Truly one of the most beautiful scents I’ve worn.

I second babysoft79’s review below. This is the perfectly light amount of amber and musk for me - I’m overwhelmed by these notes when they’re too strong. If you love fresh skin type scents, I think this will be a safe buy (as long as you’re not expecting big sillage or longevity). Estee Lauder describe this as a scent for winter, but I honestly think it could be worn all year round as it’s so light and fresh. I’m currently wearing this in warmer spring weather and it’s a great change up from my usual warm weather citrus/floral freshies. On warm skin, I can pick up the soft coconut note. I do think it is overpriced, but I appreciate that there’s the option to buy a smaller travel size.

I bought this as a blind buy. When I tried it I thought to myself "Hmmm, I like this!" I get the musk and lily of the valley. No coconut and rose. So, I was happy. For about 2 hours. My skin must just eat perfumes because they disappears quickly on me. I faithfully reapplied all day long. But, having to do that will ring up utilization and cost. Aerin Lauder must really like her fragrances because they have a price tag that's higher than I think it's worth. I'm not willing to spend a lot of money and burn through a bottle because I have to continually reapply it. If I could put another "way" in the evaluation of price I would. Way, way overpriced.

This is a very clean musk. It’s subtle but slightly sensual. However it’s a skin scent so it doesn’t project. This went from a like to a love. I finished my travel spray in about 2 weeks. Now I can’t stop thinking about it. I definitely will be purchasing a full bottle. This scent is so comforting. It’s cozy & warm, but also gentle and alluring. I think it’s perfect for any season. Sadly it has no lasting power or sillage so I don’t reach for it often. One year update: after macerating I will say that this scent now has longevity and a slight projection. I will be purchasing again once my bottle is done.

So warm and cozy. But it’s not heavy. It’s lightly sweet and airy . So airy I think I can wear it even in the summer in FL, will have to test. It’s a cozy, ambery musk that feels buttery, just so warming . Even my baby loves the scent , tells me that I smell yummy 😂 and snuggles up to me. My husband always compliments me all the time when I wear it and he hardly says anything about my other niche fragrances . It’s really beautiful! However after 3 hrs I can’t smell it anymore , but when I sleep with it at night I still catch whiffs of it in the morning .

I never wrote a review, but this has been my signature since February this year. This is the classy and elevated cachemire scent. I wore VS Pink Warm and Cozy in middle school, and now in law school this is what I have worn. Only issue is increasing pricing with this 2hour longevity. This is the perfect scent but the longevity makes me question if I should re buy this. 146 euro for 50ml is quite a lot considering the projection and longevity. So my 50ml bottle lasted me around 8 months. I sprayed very heavy, around 5-20 spritzes.

I don't remember the last time I thought, oh, what a nice scent, and I have over 500 perfumes. I tried it for the first time in a perfumery, it left a good impression and I didn't forget it, I was waiting for a moment to buy it on a good offer, today I got it with Estee Lauder deal, amazing. Warm, gentle, not at all aggressive, but exciting, it makes it clear that he is wrapped in your aura. If I had bought it for fragrant notes, I would hardly have ever chosen it, but the right perfume always finds its way to us.