13 Best Musk Perfumes for Women (2023)
Looking for a new scent to wear this season? These fragrances are perfect for autumn and will leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or spicy, we’ve got you covered.
Check out our list of the 13 best musk perfumes for women!
What are the Best Fragrances with Musk?
Here are 13 ideas for the best musk perfumes for women:
1. M. Micallef: Royal Muska (2008)
Overview
Royal Muska is a beautiful powdery floral perfume for women released by M. Micallef in 2008.
Highlights
- This Eau de Parfum was created by Geoffrey Nejman and Jean-Claude Astier, both known for working with M. Micallef and others.
- When you first apply the perfume, you smell a delightful blend of roses and peaches. The fragrance then develops into a more woody scent with white musk.
- This musk perfume stands out for longevity.
Summary
M. Micallef’s Royal Muska is a powdery floral perfume with top notes of roses and peaches. The fragrance has great longevity and is perfect for all seasons wear.
2. Aerin: Amber Musk (2013)
Overview
Amber Musk by Aerin is a sweet and powdery perfume released in 2013 specifically for women.
Highlights
- This Eau de Parfum Spray Atomisateur consists of a beautiful blend of musk, ambrox, coconut water, rosa centifolia absolute, and benzoin.
Summary
Aerin’s Amber Musk is a sweet and powdery musk perfume that is perfect for all seasons.
3. Narciso Rodriguez: For Her (2003)
Overview
For Her is a fragrance by Narciso Rodriguez that pays tribute to sophisticated and graceful women. The scent is fresh, with hints of floral and powdery undertones.
Highlights
- Behind this Eau de Toilette are Christine Nagel, who collaborated with Jo Malone, Hermès, Giorgio Armani, and more; and Francis Kurkdjian. The latter is famous for creating Maison Francis Kurkdjian, as well as working with Elie Saab, and Jean Paul Gaultier among others.
- The For Her perfume is an original mix of musk, osmanthus, amber, and patchouli.
- It is noticeable for longevity and sillage.
Summary
Narciso Rodriguez’s For Her is a floral and powdery perfume. The scent has great longevity and sillage, making it perfect for all occasions. It is more suitable though for the winter season.
4. Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle: Portrait of a Lady
Overview
Different from most musk perfumes for women which focus on floral scents, Portrait of a Lady by Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle instead contains spicy undertones released in 2010.
Highlights
- The mastermind behind this fragrance is Dominique Ropion. He has also worked with notable brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Mugler, and more.
- This scent is sweet and pleasant, with top notes of rose, raspberry, and cinnamon. It is slightly refreshed with clove and blackcurrant. The heart of the fragrance is patchouli, sandalwood, and frankincense. The base of this scent is musk enriched with amber and benzoin
- The perfume is notable for longevity and sillage.
Summary
Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle’s Portrait of a Lady is an elegantly floral musk perfume with spices. The scent has excellent longevity and sillage, making it perfect for any evening festivities during the winter season.
5. Guerlain: Samsara (1989)
Overview
The Samsara perfume by Guerlain for women is a departure from the typical oriental-floral scent, and it was released in 1989.
Highlights
- This Eau de Parfum was created by Jean-Paul Guerlain and Gérard Anthony.
- Samsara is often defined as the cycle of life, death, and rebirth in Buddhism. Similarly to this philosophy, this perfume starts with citrus, green notes, and peach aromas. However, after the initial light scents dissipate, the more rich smells of ylang-ylang, narcissus, carnation, rose, violet, and jasmine from flower gardens appear. The base comprises musk, amber sandalwood tonka bean vanilla, creating a complex bouquet.
- Longevity and sillage are outstanding in this fragrance.
- The elegant bottle was designed by Robert Granai.
Summary
Guerlain’s Samsara musk perfume is different from other oriental-floral scents. It is perfect for any woman who wants to make a statement with her fragrance. The scent has great longevity and sillage, making it perfect for any special occasion.
6. Amouage: Memoir Woman (2010)
Overview
Memoir Woman is a perfume created by Amouage in 2010, well-known for its spicy-oriental scent which consists of absinth, spices, and flowers.
Highlights
- This Eau de Parfum was created by Dorothée Piot and Daniel Maurel.
- The fragrance begins with absinth, fenugreek, cardamom, mandarin, and pink pepper. Woods and frankincense give it rich tones while jasmine, rose, and white blossoms dance in the heart. Finally, the musk, oakmoss castoreum labdanum, and leather give it a solid base.
- Memoir Woman is exceptional for longevity and sillage.
Summary
Amouage’s Memoir Woman perfume is perfect for any woman who loves a spicy-oriental scent. The fragrance has great longevity and sillage. This scent is suitable for cold seasons in the evening.
7. Amouage: Lyric Woman (2008)
Overview
Many women love Amouage’s Lyric Woman (Eau de Parfum), which was released in 2008. The scent is floral-spicy, making it perfect for a night out on the town.
Highlights
- Daniel Maurel is the creator of this fragrance.
- This Eau de Parfume opens with subtle notes of bergamot with uplifting spices such as ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon. Then the symphony of flowers begins. You will feel angelica, iris, jasmine, ylang-ylang notes, and hints of geranium and roses.
- The base is enriched with forest notes. Musk, woods, patchouli, and oakmoss create a background that is decorated with tonka bean, vetiver, frankincense, and vanilla.
- Sillage and longevity are the signatures of this Eau de Parfume.
- This musk perfume is ideal for colder seasons and works best in the evening.
- A great gift idea is the special edition bottle, which comes with Swarovski crystals decorated magnetic cap.
Summary
Amouage’s Lyric Woman is a perfect choice for any woman who loves a floral-spicy scent. The fragrance has great sillage and longevity, making it ideal for cold seasons in the evening.
8. Parfums de Marly: Delina Exclusif (2017)
Overview
The Delina Exclusif perfume by Parfums de Marly is a timeless classic. Its floral-sweet scent appeals to women of all ages, making it one of the most popular fragrances on the market.
Highlights
- This fragrance was created by Quentin Bisch. He also created such classical scents as Le Mâle Le Parfum from Jean Paul Gaultier, Light Blue pour Homme Forever from Dolce & Gabbana, and others.
- Delina Exclusif’s composition is more pronounced than those of Delina and Delina La Rosée perfumes. It opens with top notes of pear, lychee, grapefruit, Turkish damask rose, vetiver, and frankincense in the middle, and musk, vanilla, and evernyl at the base.
- Longevity and sillage are exceptional in this fragrance.
Summary
Parfums de Marly’s Delina Exclusif perfume is popular for its timeless floral-sweet scent. The fragrance appeals to women of all ages. This musk perfume has great longevity and sillage. This scent is perfect for every season and any special occasion.
9. Parfums de Marly: Meliora (2012)
Overview
The Meliora perfume by Parfums de Marly is a delightful, fruity-floral scent perfect for women.
Highlights
- This fragrance was created by a famous perfumer Nathalie Lorson. She is the mastermind behind the famous Encre Noire from Lalique (2006) and Black Opium from Yves Saint Laurent (2014).
- Meliora is a Latin word that translates to “the pursuit of better things.”
- The fragrance begins with light, playful notes of raspberry and other red berries. These are enhanced by the slightest addition of blackcurrant and lemon. This perfume has a heart of roses, ylang-ylang, and lilies, with a base of musk, cedarwood, and vanilla.
- This Eau de Parfum has great sillage and longevity.
- Meliora is more suitable for daily use in spring and summer.
Summary
If you’re looking for a fruity-floral musk perfume that’s perfect for women, Parfums de Marly’s Meliora is a great option. The fragrance has great sillage and longevity, making it ideal for daily use in spring and summer.
10. Chanel: Chance Eau Tendre (2010)
Overview
Chance Eau Tendre is a floral-fresh perfume by Chanel for women that was released in 2010. A less intense, more feminine version of the original Chance scent.
Highlights
- Jacques Polge, the renowned fragrance creator, is the mastermind behind this scent. He also created timeless scents from Chanel like Allure Homme Sport Eau Extrême and Coco Mademoiselle.
- This Eau de Toilette begins with crisp grapefruit and quince aromas, followed by delicate floral notes of hyacinth and jasmine. The fragrance finishes with musk, amber, iris, and cedarwood for a warm woodsiness.
- This musk perfume is ideal for warm weather and daytime activities.
Summary
Chanel’s Chance Eau Tendre perfume is a light, floral-fresh scent perfect for warm weather and daytime activities. This scent is ideal for any woman who wants a lighter version of the original Chance perfume.
11. Versace: Versense (2009)
Overview
Released in 2009, Versense is a perfume by Versace (Eau de Toilette) for women. The scent is fresh-citrusy.
Highlights
- Not only did Alberto Morillas create this fragrance, but he also has collaborated with esteemed perfume (and fashion) companies such as Bvlgari, Gucci, Mizensir, and others.
- This fragrance starts with citrus and prickly pear. In the heart, there are floral notes of jasmine, sea lily, and cardamom. The woody base is composed of musk, olive wood, cedarwood, and sandalwood.
- These musk perfumes are more appropriate for the spring and summer seasons. It can be worn during daily activities.
Summary
Versace’s Versense perfume is a fresh, citrusy scent ideal for the spring and summer seasons. This scent is perfect for any woman who wants a light, refreshing perfume.
12. Dior: Dune (1991)
Overview
Dune for women, by Dior, is a modern classic perfume released in 1991. The woody-spicy enveloping scent with serene oceanic floral notes creates an aura of timelessness.
Highlights
- This Eau de Toilette was crafted by 3 brilliant minds: Jean-Louis Sieuzac, Nejla Barbir, and Dominique Ropion.
- Dune opens with top notes of aldehydes, citrus, peony, and Brazilian wood. It follows with the beautiful floral notes of jasmine, lily, ylang-ylang, and rose. The scent is composed of musk, patchouli, sandalwood, ambergris, oakmoss, and vanilla at the base.
- These musk perfumes stand out for longevity and sillage.
- This fragrance is perfect year-round for daily and evening occasions.
Summary
Dior’s Dune perfume is a modern classic with a woody-spicy scent that is perfect for any woman who wants a timeless perfume. This scent has great longevity and sillage, making it ideal for any occasion all year.
13. Penhaligon’s: Artemisia (2002)
Overview
Artemisia (Eau de Parfum) is a women’s perfume by British luxury perfumer, Penhaligon. It was released in 2002 and has since been globally acclaimed for its floral-powdery scent.
Highlights
- This Eau de Parfum was created by Dominique Bouley.
- Artemisia was the name of a famous queen from ancient Greece who shot arrows; she is known to have symbolized power and strength among her people.
- The scent opens with notes of green leaves and nectarine, followed by green apples and jasmine tea. The heart of the fragrance is a bouquet of lily and violet, while the base includes musk, amber, oakmoss, and sandalwood undermined by vanilla.
- This light perfume is best during warm seasons and the day.
Summary
Penhaligon’s Artemisia perfume is a floral-powdery scent that is perfect for any woman who wants a light, refreshing fragrance. This fragrance is ideal for daytime use in warm weather.
Conclusion
We hope that this list of 13 of the best musk perfumes for women will help you narrow down your choices and find the perfect scent for you. Whether you’re looking for a timeless classic or a fresh, modern perfume, there’s sure to be a scent on this list that you’ll love.
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