What is Musk ?
Musk
Origins :
The original musk came from a sex gland secretion from a specific a species of deer, the Tibetan musk deer, which became endangered – though since 1979 this creature has happily now protected by CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora). Once collected and dried into a powder it’s soaked in ethanol (for months or years) which brings about an aroma that is a lot more pleasant. This musk carries a light, powdery, wooly, slightly sweaty scent and is one of the most expensive raw materials in the world. The organic compound primarily responsible for the characteristic odor of musk is muscone.
Since obtaining the deer musk requires killing the endangered animal, nearly all musk fragrance used in perfumery today is synthetic, Natural musk was used extensively in perfumery until the late 19th century when economic and ethical motives led to the adoption of synthetic musk.
Musk Tahara or White Musk :
The word “Tahara” means cleanliness and purity, Tahara Musk is particularly popular with Middle Eastern women. Used traditionally by women after their ablutions for it’s sweet scent of cleanliness.
Notes of fresh flowers, vanilla, honey, and white musk makes it an exceptional fragrance. Classic and Timeless, this thick and creamy oil is the most popular musk around the world.
Natural ambrette flower seeds can be used in their natural form as a musk substitute.
Vegan Black Musk :
Botanical black musk, a vegan alternative to traditional black musk, is crafted without the use of animal-origin ingredients.
Unlike conventional black musk derived from the perineal glands of musk deers or African civets, botanical black musk is made using plant-based elements.
The process begins with a combination of botanical extracts and essential oils, carefully chosen for their aromatic properties. Common ingredients include dark, resinous plant resins, such as labdanum and benzoin, along with earthy notes like vetiver and patchouli.
These elements are skillfully blended to replicate the deep and rich scent profile of black musk. The final product is a cruelty-free alternative to offer a scent close of traditional black musk.