Civet by Zoologist Perfumes
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Civet by Zoologist Perfumes is an aromatic fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2016, this composition features the olfactory signature of Shelley Waddington.
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Resins
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1,653 votes
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About Civet
Civet by Zoologist Perfumes is an aromatic fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2016, this composition features the olfactory signature of Shelley Waddington.
Resins and balsams White flowers Flowers Spices Woods and mosses Green, herbal and fougère
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Leading answer Long-lasting
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Leading answer Moderate
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kjarr
This Civet is an intense warmth, perfect for those winter days, whether morning, afternoon, or night, but only if it’s cold; with higher temperatures, I can’t even imagine it. Although it has synthetic animal notes (Zoologist assures they don’t use real materials), it’s very well executed. It reminds me, without being identical, of Kouros before the last reformulations for that animal touch, being potent though not as much as the YSL beast at its best. Beware when buying blindly: either you like this type of notes or it goes straight to the bin. That’s why try before you buy. Its longevity is extremely high, accompanying you from morning to night, with a projection that drops from arm-to-skin but with a notable trail after hours. It’s exceptional here, be careful with the number of sprays as you can easily overdo it. On my skin, which is very grateful, it lasts more than 12 hours and I feel it all day. As they say on Fragrantica, you feel wrapped in a bubble of scent that surrounds you. With that longevity and trail, it’s vital to try it before buying. Even if I repeat myself, it has to be done. Finding where to buy it isn’t easy, although some Spanish and European websites sell it. The price is high, so if you don’t have a wide wallet, wait for sales. In summary: warm, potent, with presence, marked animal notes, and long-lasting. Only for animal lovers.
kjarr
This Civet is a little warmer, intense! Ideal for winter days, whether morning, afternoon or evening, but if it’s hot I wouldn’t think of wearing it. It has synthetic animal notes (Zoologist confirms, no real skin) and is very well made. It reminds me of Kouros pre-reformulation for that animal touch, though not as much as the YSL beast back in the day. Be careful buying it blind: either you love these notes or you’ll straight to the bin. Try it first, it’s vital. The longevity is brutal, it accompanies you from morning to night, dropping from arm projection to skin, but the trail remains noticeable after hours. It’s exceptional, but watch the quantity, you can go overboard. On my skin, which is very grateful, it lasts more than 12 hours and I can feel it all day. As they say on Fragrantica, you feel wrapped in a bubble of scent. With this longevity and trail, try before you buy, even if it’s a repeat, it’s necessary. Finding it is difficult, only some Spanish and European websites sell it. The price is high, so if you don’t have much in your pocket, wait for the sales. In summary: warm, potent, with presence, very marked animal notes and long-lasting. Only for lovers of the animalistic.
Emorandeira
Finally tried this fragrance and it doesn’t disappoint. Although the name suggests something more animal than Marlou’s perfumes, it’s just right, bearable, and nothing unpleasant. It’s strong and intense; although the flowers are noticeable, on my skin the civet and resins predominate, leaving the flowers in the background. It has a very timid sweet and gourmand touch that is overwhelmed by the animal and balsamic intensity. I like it, but I wouldn’t buy the full bottle; perhaps a travel size, as I wouldn’t use it frequently. I compared it to Sarah Baker’s Jungle Jezebel: as they dry down, they are very similar, but I prefer Jezebel for its fruity character with banana and bubblegum, although this Zoologist one is more intense and projects more. That makes it less wearable and complicates the choice: travel size civet or full bottle Jezebel? I’m not sure, but it will be a medium-term purchase. I agree that Civet is not a bomb: the opening is scary, but as it dries down, it’s very pleasant. It’s not for every day or every taste, but there’s no fear: it tames well. Scent: 8.5, Longevity: 9, Sillage: 8, Value for money: 7, Versatility: 5, Originality: 9, Overall: 9
Coquita
Sounds like the evolution of those ultra-powerful perfumes from another era. It starts with a tutti-frutti bubblegum accord, as @emorandeira notes in the Jungle Jezebel review, before breaking down into thousands of indistinct floral-resinous notes. The plumeria stands out above all, though spices, resins, and vanilla are also noticeable. The initial animal touch is very subtle, but it gains strength as it dries down, losing its floral character to become more resinous. Still, that animal nuance never dominates; it merely gives the blend a ‘dirty’ wink. It’s a very potent fragrance with a strong trail and lasting many hours. The scent is a feminine unisex, ideal for cold, formal nights. I picture a middle-aged woman leaving the Paris Opera with bold red lipstick, her hair perfectly coiffed, wrapped in furs. It feels like a mature, formidable fragrance that suits me better than the reverse. I see it more for those who love vintage perfumes. In today’s perfumery fashion, this is a statement of intent. Pleasant: 7/10 Interesting: 8/10 Versatile: 5/10 Original: 9/10
Emorandeira
I tried it today after so long and it doesn’t disappoint me. Although the name suggests something more animal than Marlou’s perfumes, it’s just right to be wearable. For me, on my skin, the civet and resins win over the flowers, with a very timid gourmand touch that gets crushed by that balsamic intensity. I like it, but I would only buy a travel size, not a full bottle, as I wouldn’t use it frequently. I compared it with Jungle Jezebel by Sarah Baker: when dry, they are similar, but I prefer Sarah’s for its fruity character and being less intense, although this one from Zoologist projects more. It’s not an olfactory bomb, it has a strong opening but becomes very pleasant as it dries down. It’s not for every day, but don’t be afraid, it’s well tamed. Scent: 8.5 Longevity: 9 Sillage: 8 Value for money: 7 Versatility: 5 Originality: 9 Overall: 9
oscarsh86
At first, there’s an ephemeral citrus touch that gives way to an almost linear pyramid until the end: civet, leather, flowers, resins, and a gourmand coffee base. The civet is subtly dirty, the flowers slightly creamy due to the neroli, and you can intuit the carnation. The scent is resinous with the leather adding seriousness and the coffee in the background. It has little evolution but nuances that appear and disappear. It’s a retro style modernised with good performance that lasts hours, although perhaps it tends to the feminine and is better for cool climates. I like it for the quality of the well-mixed notes, but I feel it lacks something to fully excite me.
oscarsh86
At first, there are citrus notes that don’t last long before giving way to the heart. Civet, leather, flowers, resins and a gourmand touch of coffee. The civet gives that dirty but subtle touch without going overboard; the flowers are a bit creamy due to the neroli and I can detect the carnation. It smells resinous and the leather adds seriousness. It’s linear, but with nuances that appear and disappear. A retro style modernised. Performance is very good, it lasts for hours, unisex though with a feminine tendency, ideal for fresh climates. I like it for the quality of the notes and their blend, but I feel it’s missing something to fully excite me.
LoboDeLoto
Direct and potent fragrance: upon application, citrus and floral notes give way in seconds to an intense, dirty but not scary civet. The coffee and Russian leather give it structure, while the musk and vanilla soften the brutality to leave only the wild. If you have a budget, it’s an ideal must-have for my 25 years and up, with the right outfit. Daytime with one spray, nighttime between 3 and 4; believe me, no one remains indifferent. I wouldn’t call it sexy, but it has something hypnotic: at first sniff you think ‘wow, what is that rubbish?’ and then you become addicted.
ismaexdad
The good thing about some hyper-hyped YouTubers reviewing fragrances is that by trying them and issuing your judgement, you gradually discern which channels provide good content. I’m sure you’ve all smelled the unpleasant scent of a disco toilet at four in the morning, with that mix of body odours trying to be covered by kilos of stale air freshener. That is what Civet smells like for the first hour. If you’ve heard Sex and the Sea Neroli by F. Bianchi, you have the rest of the idea. Order a cheap decant for the experience and the ‘just in case’, but never buy blindly.
paoko
It kicks off dirty and animal, perhaps that civet mentioned, with a sweet touch and a lovely orange base. Then it turns musky with a hint of leather lurking. I detect smoke and amber, plus many more spices as it dries down. That subtle orange skin note always remains underneath everything. Strong at the start, but then it settles beautifully and, like most Zoologist scents, lasts a very long time. For me, it fits its brand best: an animal in a suit, an elegant and interesting beast. A delicious fragrance, I’m sure I’ll use it.
Chef Peporr
Since I read the notes for Civet, I knew I was going to love it, and upon trying it, I confirmed I was right: I like it even more than I expected. Zoologist has opened a bottle from 30 years ago. The term ‘New Vintage’ rings a bell. What is it? Civet and my Antaeus from 1986 are very similar. It’s an old-school animalistic beast (leathers, woods and 80s cypress) but with modern edges like coffee, ylang-ylang and white flowers. The result is a beautiful animal fragrance with floral touches and an interesting sweet aftertaste.
LoboDeLoto
It’s a direct and potent fragrance: upon application, you note citrus and florals that in seconds yield to a dirty but not alarming civet, wrapped in Russian leather and coffee with musk and vanilla to soften it without losing its wildness. If you have a budget, it’s a must from the age of 25, ideal with a specific outfit. During the day, one spray is enough; at night, between 3 and 4, and no one will go unnoticed. It’s not sexy, but hypnotic: at first sniff you think ‘wow, what is that shit?’ and then you become addicted.
Adrian Escobar
I used it just on the 24th at midnight on the 25th; it’s an atomic bomb, it smells strong and constant. It’s not for everyone; I agree with @emorandeira. What stands out are the resins and the animal civet (something not everyone likes, especially if you’re dancing). It’s not conquering at all; it smells good to me, but I repeat, it’s not for everyone. I think I’ll just keep the 11ml decants. Please, do not buy blindly from the official website (that’s the one I have).
m7
I love the atomiser of this fragrance, but I won’t use it again in ten years.
Jas
In one word: Bestiality