Along with Oud and Rose, Musk forms the holy trinity of traditional Eastern perfumery. Known for its warm, skin-like, and incredibly long-lasting sillage, musk attar has fascinated perfume lovers for centuries.
However, navigating the different types of musk oils can be confusing. Let's break down the main classes of musk attars available at Salaf.
1. Kasturi Musk (Black/Deer Musk)
Historically, musk was harvested from the scent gland of the male musk deer (Kasturi). Due to wildlife preservation laws, natural deer musk is highly regulated and restricted.
- Scent profile: Extremely warm, animalic, earthy, and spicy. It dries down to a rich, sweet, skin-like aroma.
