Escentric 04

Escentric Molecules Escentric 04 EDT opens with a moderate projection of sweet, citrus, green, fruity, woody, and floral notes. The opening is fresh, sharp, unique, and very pleasant. The grapefruit is the citrus note, but it comes across as a bergamot note, sour and not bitter. The juniper is noticeable as well, fresh, woody, piney, and green. The combination of the Osmanthus, mastic, and galbanum create a unique and different accord that makes this fragrance feel special, this note combines a fruit touch of the Osmanthus with the intense green and spicy note of the galbanum that feels very fresh. The sandalwood is the sweetening accord, not too strong, but noticeable. The rose wraps the package with a light floral touch. Other than the citrus note taking one or two steps down, the fragrance does not have a significant opening to dry-down change, it loses some of its initial projection but all notes come up as soon as the fragrance is applied and continues into the dry-down. Once Escentric Molecules Escentric 04 EDT has reached its full dry-down, it can be summarized as a moderate projection, sweet (sandalwood), fruity (Osmanthus), green (galbanum), and woody (juniper) fragrance with citrus and soft floral accords. The fragrance feels casual, comforting, delicate, delicious, elegant, exotic, floral, fresh, fruity, green, inviting, mild, modern, natural, nicely-blended, playful, refreshing, relaxing, sharp, sour, sweet, unique, unisex, versatile, woody, zesty and pleasant. BATCH REVIEWED: 2020. WOW RATING: 9/10. A very pleasant fragrance with a unique touch. DISLIKE RATING: 0/10. The notes are well-balanced and inoffensive. UNIQUENESS: 10/10. The combination of notes creates a unique scent. MASS APPEAL: 8/10. This is a fragrance that most people will enjoy. PROJECTION: 3/10. Moderate to low, about 3 feet around the wearer. SILLAGE: 3/10. Moderate to low, about 3 feet behind the wearer. APPLICATION: 6 atomizations. LONGEVITY: 4/10. Moderate, about 4 hours, it projects for about 2 hours. SEASONS: Spring, summer. OCCASIONS: Formal events, outdoor gatherings, gym, office, business, casual, holidays, vacations, romantic, dating, clubbing. This is an office-friendly fragrance. VERSATILITY: 6/10. A highly versatile fragrance for mild and warm weather. GENDER: Unisex. The notes and resulting scent are unisex. AGES: Any. RECOMMENDATION: Escentric Molecules Escentric 04 EDT can be purchased for about $95, its projection is not the best but its uniqueness makes it a good option for those looking for a unisex fragrance with uniqueness touch. This is a good buy. BLIND-BUY: No, sample it first. SIMILAR: These are examples of fragrances with similar notes. Parfums de Marly Oajan is a great gourmand fragrance with slight boozy tones; Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Sun Men EDT is a nice grapefruit, aquatic and woody fragrance but could use more performance; Ferrari Scuderia Red is soft, woody, citrus, and green fragrance with very soft floral and spicy accords; Nishane Ambra Calabria is a strong musky and green fragrance Chanel Egoiste Platinum EDT is a great cedar, vetiver, and oakmoss fragrance; Escentric Molecules Escentric 04 EDT is unique, sandalwood, fruity Osmanthus, green galbanum, juniper, with citrus and soft floral accords. SUMMARY: A moderate projection, sweet (sandalwood), fruity (Osmanthus), green (galbanum), and woody (juniper) fragrance with citrus and soft floral accords. The fragrance feels casual, comforting, delicate, delicious, elegant, exotic, floral, fresh, fruity, green, inviting, mild, modern, natural, nicely-blended, playful, refreshing, relaxing, sharp, sour, sweet, unique, unisex, versatile, woody, zesty and pleasant.

These are the notes I found on the official Escentric Molecules website: Top: Methyl Pamplemousse, Pink Grapefruit, Marijuana, Bergamot, Juniper Berry, Pink Pepper Middle: Hedione (green jasmine bud), Freesia, Osmanthus, Orris, Rose Base: Javanol, Mastic, Labdanum, Iso E Super, Muscone (Musk), Ambroxan, Castoreum, Vetiver As you can see from the official note breakdown, this fragrance contains a huge list of notes , including some unusual ones like marijuana note which I honestly can’t specifically detect here. To simplify it, this smells like a musky aromatic citrus fragrance to my nose. The juicy citrus opening is very prominent, mainly coming from the bergamot and grapefruit, along with an aromatic spicy touch from the juniper berry. Very quickly, the musky aspect from the ambroxan starts to appear especially when sprayed directly onto my skin. This fragrance feels much more alive and complex on skin compared to paper. That’s very typical of ambroxan heavy fragrances, since they tend to react strongly with body heat and individual skin chemistry. On paper, it smells more like a flat aromatic citrus scent. But on my skin, it becomes a musky, aromatic citrus fragrance with noticeably better projection. If I smell it closely, I can also detect soft floral nuances, though they never become prominent enough for me to clearly identify them individually. There’s also a soft creamy woodiness in the background, likely coming from Javanol, which smells like sandalwood. Overall, this is a fresh citrus fragrance that works perfectly for summer, casual wear, or even the gym. However, because the ambroxan is quite prominent, I think it will react differently depending on the wearer’s skin chemistry. On my skin, it becomes citrusy, aromatic, musky. The difference between spraying it on paper and skin isn’t that prominent, except for the musky ambroxan effect, which becomes much stronger and more projecting once it interacts with body heat. Overall, this is definitely a great citrus fragrance that doesn’t feel boring. It has a modern, futuristic character without becoming too niche or difficult to wear. Everything feels very well blended, and I still think it’s worth the price if you can find it at a discounter price. 8.2/10

I've smelled this or molecule 04 on a Russian customer recently and I was mesmerized by this smell. I've asked her what she's wearing... She said molecule 04...but I guess it was escentric 04 because I could clearly smell also the lemon/grapefruit... My hair on the back of my head raised each time she was walking thru the shop where I'm working... It was so fresh but oriental (strong and deep) in the same time for me... I initially thought that she has some oud type of perfume on. Funny thing... One of my colleagues found it totally repulsive... She described it as very strong and somehow sweet... O was shocked... For me it wasn't at all sweet. What we both agreed upon was that it was very strong and left a trail behind her... Awesome sillage. After finishing my shift went to a perfume department and asked for molecule 04...i couldn't smell almost nothing.... I tried also escentric 04and yeah... This one I could smell it... But only the opening notes... The juniper and lemon /grapefruit. These notes stay with me for 3-4 hours.... But no javanol (the fantastic sandalwood I was smelling on my customer). I still bought the perfume (escentric 04) but until now I still can only smell the opening notes... No trace of javanol. I learned that this javanol is so strong that one's nose can't perceive it a lot of times... Also until now my friends can only smell the citrus and juniper notes on me. Does one of u go thru this thing too? If yeah, do other people notice on your skin the smell of sandalwood too?! I know that one's skin can also change the smell of a perfume too... But I would be a bit disappointed if my skin would be not compatible to this fantastic javanol note.

Javanol is a potent little beast that in the hands of a master perfumer can be utterly sublime. My own clumsy amateur dabblings have taught me that this is one of those molecules like Norlimbanol where less really is more, but when skilfully integrated, Javanol breathes life, elegance and beauty into a composition and realism into a sandalwood accord. The reviews by MannyOyson and piyux are spot on and describe E04 better than I could. Escentric 04 is a very modern fragrance showcasing the potential of aroma chemicals and organic chemistry to create fragrances that are unlike traditional fragrances - more than just a “body spray”, they create an aura that envelopes their wearer, and an ambiance that surrounds them. Javanol, like Iso E Super, can cause olfactory fatigue and some people apparently can’t smell it at all due to their genetic makeup, but for those who can it is quite beautiful - and Escentric 4 is a fragrance that persists and projects admirably. The first time I wore this, I was coming home on a crowded train and my companion observed a lady standing behind me on the train who would lean in towards my neck and inhale deeply, even sighing audibly as if in a state of blissful euphoria. Something similar happened the first time I wore Escentric 01. Escentric 04 is a beautiful, multifaceted fragrance that, like its siblings, is more like “an effect” than a perfume, versatile and pleasing, it is a worthy addition to a modern fragrance palette.

Hell YES. This one wasn’t planned. I stumbled upon it like you stumble into trouble: half-aware, fully fated. Escentric 04 isn’t just a perfume. It’s a heatwave. A system error that wants to pin you to the wall. It opens with dry grapefruit and weed, rough and almost abrasive. The bergamot is sharp. The juniper bites. It’s high-voltage citrus, crackling like bare wires. Then comes the filth. That gasoline-rubber-tire grittiness. The scent of hot concrete, synthetic grease, sweat-slick skin. You can smell the mechanic: stupid hot, shirtless, covered in motor oil, a joint in his mouth, eyes locked on you like you’re the last sin he intends to commit tonight. It’s all friction. Clean vs dirty. Chemical vs carnal. Metal vs skin. Javanol brings this cool, razor-sharp sandalwood edge. Ambroxan and Iso E Super act like pure pheromones, giving off that oddly erotic alien feel. The rose and orris feel like a soft kiss after a hard pull on the hair. The whole thing is industrial cyberpunk filth. Unisex? Sure. But this scent doesn’t care about your gender. It cares about you unzipping your Diesel jeans fast and making a mistake you’ll still taste on your tongue years later. A lot of people don’t get it. Maybe they shouldn’t. It doesn’t try to win you over. It’s dirty-hot and hits hard. In all the right ways. 🔥🔧 5/5.

[September 2021] One of the better synthetic / futuristic scents can be tried at your local MECCA AU. Four others I highly recommend: Juliette Has A Gun Metal Chypre Ganymede Marc-Antoine Barrois Petroleum Histoires des Parfums Metal Hurlant Pierre Guillaume And one of the only Escentric Molecules because it smells like it bottle looks: smells like raw waveforms. An addicting burst of alcoholic vodka-ala-saline solution like tea-osmanthus + mastic, which recalls correctly what others describe here: Holographic, Transparent, Luminous, and indeed very digital to me. It's like the treble of a .SND microsound album (Stdio, 2000) at its highest but uncannily tempered by a graceful balanced airy light with enough transformation and details between that it wont make your nose invert inside out. It's one of two I only like in this lineup *because* Escentric 04 is raw chemical-perfume seemingly tweaked enough to seem unedited and sample / demo-like as Kanye mixed Donda at first release. Like a simple network streamer however, it may require a "vintage" / non-digital amplifier / a "DAC" (or basically what you consider "real" / organic perfume) to keep it from being overly thin, shrill, and lacking body in sensory experience. In short: This is the perfume equivalent of A. G. Cook's 7G (2020.)

My first impressions on this fragrance are that there is an unexpected citrus note. Unexpected in the sense that it is unexpectedly authentic and quality. The sharpness and juiciness reminds me of Hermès Terre D’hemes Eau Tres Fraiche. The smell is closest to Atelier Cologne’s Pomelo Paradis. The sandalwood is very present, but in the background. I can detect a hint of rose, but nothing that would deter anyone who isn’t into rose, the rose is a beautiful accent to the composition. I want to see Robes08 review this, I have a feeling that this could make a top 10 list. This is a spontaneous review, so I don’t have much to say about performance, but projection is pretty light. This is supposed to be one of those scents that is hard to detect for some and overly intrusive to others. I have experience with Escentric 01 and from my testing I can conclude that this is longer lasting. This one lasted overnight and E 01 didn’t as far as I could tell. I am so impressed with this fragrance and despite others saying that it is harsh, I would say that it is inoffensive and easy to wear. I may update this review in the future, but for right now this is top 5 out of my 60+ collection, that really means something.

Exceptionally good. Grapefruit is really prominent and for me the vibe of it stays for the whole duration. Base is smooth sandalwood which I really like. All in all for the first wearing I'm surprised how good it is. Projects really good and looks like it will last at least 5-6 hours which is above average for me. Quite strong, for that it could be worn throughout the season. Winter isn't a problem if you aren't bothered by fresh and piercing, zesty grapefruit. I think bigger problem could be summer because its so strong projecting in 22°C room temperature. It has a little warming effect, slightly sweet. I think best use case would be spring because of that. Definitely unisex. It has that lightness and gentle sweetness in itself that it could be worn by women and man. For man its a bit on the feminine side so probably not for everyone. As always try it before buying it. I think its overpriced. Currently goes for around 150€ for 100ml. I think that's too much but that's how it is. So far: Scent: 8,5 Longevity: 8

I both love and hate this house. Love it because it sticks out, it’s cool, casual and sensual. Most offerings smell very good! Hate it because it doesen’t give me the lovely wafts I love when I wear it myself. I rarely smell any of them on my own skin. I know a couple of people who wear many of these and the sillage is enormous, even though you don’t smell it up close that much. No. 4 is different. I smell it fine on myself. And I love it. For it simplecity, easy to wear and fresh take one sandalwood. The citrus just goes on and on on my skin, which is rare, but here it smells so fresh an like real peel from a lemon or grapefruit. This is clearly unisex, but a great alternative for all the guys out there looking for a casual sporty fragrance instead of all the designer «sports, l’eau and colognes». I will peobably end up bying this when my sample runs out.

This fragrance is beautiful. Clean, refreshing, creamy, woody, invigorating, and long lasting. The sillage is incredible, often filling a room. I have had compliment after compliment with this fragrance. I would suggest wearing it in spring and summer, though I've had pleasurable results year round. While this might be considered to lean masculine, I don't truly believe so. This is very unisex, and inviting. In my experience the fragrance will remain on clothing for up to a week. On my skin this lasts all day, and into the next morning. If you can get a sample please try it. This could definitely be worthy of being a signature scent during the warmer months. I also want to say that I do not get anything reminiscent of marijuana with this. I'm not sure why folks are saying that, but I don't get it at all.

I purchased this fragrance in a sale for just over £50, and for that price it is an unbelievable deal. On my skin the grapefruit comes across as closer to orange, making it similar to Terre d'Hermès, however a much cleaner more youthful version of it. On skin I go anosmic to it quite quickly, but on clothes it is still very detectable. general performance is great - around 10 hours with a large sillage that my family enjoy, although in the sillage the woodiness is lost a bit so comes across as pure orange zest - no complaints though! Overall, for RRP I would be hesitant but if you can get it for under ~£80 I would test and purchase in an instant. Also fairly safe for a blind buy if you enjoy woody citrus fragrances

Very dry and beautiful summer scent..I thought it smelled like Ultimate Baldessarini till last year but now that I have both with me at the same time I can tell it smells closer to Escentric 05 than Ultimate.. and I am a big fan of this dry woody smell.. projection and longevity are good.. and makes you smell clean and sharp!! This is how I perceive modern perfumery.. Very digital/holographic and not a single bit like old school fumes. If this style of perfumes develop association with our generation I won’t be complaining at all!! i think of Marilyn Monroe by Sevdaliza as the perfect background score for this one!! Do check the profile of person and their perfume choices before taking their opinion seriously.

This wonderful scent starts out like most people described. It's very grapefruit heavy. Then as it matures it gets citrusy almost like orange then when the sandalwood comes on, it has a hint of juniper in the background. It has a really nice woody scent. The sandalwood gets nice and soft which makes it a very relaxing, comfortable scent. I just adore sandalwood but I've always been really picky. I like this. It's not too sharp on me and has that vibe that makes you think you've sprayed it on the day before and it's very nicely scenting your clothes.

One of my favorite EM fragrances. I only deal with the ESCENTRIC MOLECULE fragrances, not the MOLECULE ones (I don’t believe the hype) The EM fragrances are all so spicy and citrusy, but this is spicy springy and comfy. A creamy lemon ice with an outdoorsy vibe and mood lifter! And it lasts for some time (throughout my work day 7-8 hrs). It’s non offensive and definitely unisex. But, good people, don’t fall for the groupthink hype of the MOLECULE scents. Try the ESCENTRIC MOLECULE ones only.

Sweet Citrus and Creamy Woods. I don't notice the florals. Smells pretty subtle but can make a comeback throughout the day. Definitely not a beast but a very nice warm weather fragrance that last longer than I initially thought, especially on clothes IMO. Definitely worth it at a discount for me. Would not say it's worth it at retail....but i feel that way about most fragrances. I rarely pay retail for anything other than brands which never/rarely gets discounted.

I have to admit, it does get compliments. I am told it is not offensive at all. I can only pick up part of it on myself. The more I wear it the more that I like it, The other day in a sales meeting a woman coworker who was sitting close to me passed me a note asking what I was wearing? I have tried Molecule 01 the original with not many comments .. eccentric 03 was slightly better that way , 04 has been the most liked so far. worth a sniff.

Escentric 04 is amazing. The ingredients especially the Javanol are extremely high quality and this is immediately obvious. Do not listen to the ridiculous negativity on here. This is an out of this world fragrance with incredible performance, projection, and sillage. Nothing else out there smells anything like this. I’m constantly getting asked what I’m wearing by both men and women with this stuff on and no it does not smell synthetic.

Very underrated fragrance. I find it very strange that it only score 3,33 in the writing moment. From my own experience ( and reviewers such as carlos, steven, fragrance bros), escentric 04 is a very solid fragrance. Its very pleasing, fresh grapefruit-ish smell. Very lovely and versatile. And its a compliment monster. I dont understand the current rating. For me it gets 8,5/10 and its still growing on me.

I absolutely love this fragrance. It’s fresh, creamy, warm, and enlivening. It evokes warmth in a really different way than something with spice or incense, instead it’s this citrusy pillow that perfectly holds you. Javanol on its own gave me an instant headache but this fragrance doesn’t seem to bother me as much. It can be a bit overwhelming on first spray but the dry down is so wonderful.

This is criminally underrated. The javanol is really the backbone on this one. Juniper, Grapefruit, and Osmanthus also give a "sour" aromatic and floral aspect which is unique. Performance? Easy 10+ hours, with moderate projection, but the sillage will surprise you. My wife also love this and had been her daily fragrance before the reality of the "hard to find" comes to her. Love this!