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Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes

Men Women 2014

Perfumer
Chris Bartlett

Description

Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes is an oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is Chris Bartlett. The top notes are musk, linden flower and citrus; the heart notes, castoreum, iris and vanilla; and the base notes, musk, ash, cedar and amber.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 20%
  • Spring 30%
  • Summer 16%
  • Autumn 33%
  • Day 69%
  • Night 31%

Key notes

Community

444 votes

  • Positive 59%
  • Negative 30%
  • Neutral 11%
positive reviews 444 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentDay CharacterUnisex

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Leading answer I want it

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Leading answer Autumn

318 votes

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Leading answer Day

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About Beaver

Main accord smoky Year 2014 Gender Men · Women Perfumer Chris Bartlett

Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes is an oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is Chris Bartlett. The top notes are musk, linden flower and citrus; the heart notes, castoreum, iris and vanilla; and the base notes, musk, ash, cedar and amber.

Flowers Musk, amber and animalic Spices Woods and mosses

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

179 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

224 votes

Character

Leading answer Balanced

116 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

84 votes

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  1. Beaver Zoologist is a leathery, animalic, smoky, and woody fragrance. The opening is musky and leathery, lacking freshness or warmth, yet the animal character is noticeable straight away. Over time, it becomes dirtier, likely due to the castoreum and musk, adding a slightly smoky sensation. After two hours, the scent softens, becoming more aromatic with vanilla and iris, although the animal side persists. It has artistic value for being unique, but it’s difficult to recommend; the scent doesn’t attract me (at least not to me). I’m not sure in which situations to wear it, as I can’t see myself in it. The opening isn’t very friendly and requires waiting until it becomes more bearable, so I believe it’s more suited for personal use. The longevity wasn’t bad, holding up well for eight hours. Certainly, it’s not for blind buying; it’s challenging, and with honesty, I prefer to turn that challenge on its head :D.

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  2. Beaver Zoologist is a leathery, animalic, smoky, and woody fragrance. At first, it smells of musk and leather; nothing fresh or warm, but with an immediate animal touch. Over time, it becomes dirtier, thanks to the castoreum and musk, gaining a smoky nuance. After two hours, it’s less harsh and more aromatic, with vanilla and iris, though the animal side remains. It has artistic value because I know nothing similar, but it’s hard to recommend; the scent doesn’t appeal to me (at least not to me). I’m not sure when to wear it, as I can’t picture myself in it, and the opening isn’t friendly: you have to wait for it to soften. That’s why I think it’s better for personal use. The longevity was good, lasting the full eight hours. It’s not one to buy blindly; it’s a challenge, and I confess I prefer to turn that challenge on its head :D.

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  3. Iris, vanilla, and ash with a touch of floral animalic notes, smelling of damp earth. Very ‘Sui Generis’: the average shopper will flee the store upon trying it.

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