Molecule 01 + Cistus by Escentric Molecules

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Molecule 01 + Cistus is a woody fragrance centred on labdanum and iso-e-super, creating a subtle, airy, and resinous aroma with a modern, transparent quality. Its focus on these two notes results in an elegant balance of warm, ambery resin and a smooth, woody synthetic accord. Those drawn to this scent often appreciate minimalist compositions that highlight sophisticated woody and balsamic facets without overt complexity or sweetness.

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Foul Play

Foul Play by Raconteur £155.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cypress
  • indole
  • iso-e-super
  • labdanum
  • leather
  • oud
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #beast
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy
  • woody

For lovers of ball sports 
and those who don’t play by the rules

Orange blossom absolute, leather and musk. A scent that flouts perfumery convention (no top or middle notes) - made solely of base notes.

Defies authority. Doesn’t conform. Plays for meaning, not for score. Leads from own path, with tender heart. Not here for likes. Not here for follows. Works Hard. Plays Harder. Hard to catch. Harder to forget.

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603 Cuir Sahib

603 Cuir Sahib by Bon Parfumeur £175.00

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  • Key notes:
  • clary sage
  • cypriol
  • labdanum
  • leather
  • nutmeg
  • violet leaf
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #beast
  • #fresh
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather

Memories of the Golden Temple in India. A warm leather caress enhanced by a resinous hug of labdanum, further softened by Cashmeran. Incense adds a smoky spark, while patchouli and cypriol supply the earthiness.

Perfumer: Mylène Alran

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902 Hazy Spice

902 Hazy Spice by Bon Parfumeur £115.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cognac
  • labdanum
  • tobacco
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • woody

A moreish blend of dark, syrupy prunes soaked in cognac and cinnamon. The boozy richness is offset with tobacco. Interesting and smart.

Perfumer for 902: Karine Dubreuil-Sereni.

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Absolue d’Osmanthe Extrait

Absolue d’Osmanthe Extrait by Perris Monte Carlo £250.00

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  • Key notes:
  • labdanum
  • osmanthus
  • tolu balm
  • vanilla
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • woody

In the aromatic universe, osmanthus sits somewhere between tart, punchy tobacco, strong tea, and animalic oud.

Perris is fascinated by nature’s fragrant treasures and make perfume materials THE story of each of their perfume. So much so, that they experiment with the same perfume material in different perfume architectures: eau de parfum and extait.

How does this work? In Absolue d’Osmanthe EdP, osmanthus is of course the main theme, but balance is shifted to the top (proportion-wise there is more pepper and jasmine in the blend). So the EdP is dry and spicy.

The extrait version of Absolue d’Osmanthe is heavier on the base notes of vanilla and labdanum. The extrait is creamier and more leathery compared to the spicy EdP.

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Amygdala

Amygdala by Mendittorosa £430.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cinnamon
  • coffee
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • leather
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • leather
  • woody

A fragrant and floral dedication to emotions and the intricate patterns that shape and run through the structure of our brains. Liquid joy prepared with balsamic labdanum, leathery orange blossom and violet leaf absolutes and a drop of fruity coffee nuance.


Perfumer: Luca Maffei

Strength: 35% extrait de parfum

The origin of some materials in the formula:

pink pepper -> South America

arabica coffee -> South America

cinnamon -> Sri Lanka

galbanum -> Iran

jasmine sambac -> India

violet leaf absolute -> Egypt

orange blossom absolute -> Tunisia

Ylang Ylang -> Madagascar

guaiac -> Paraguay

Vetiver -> Haiti

Labdanum -> Spain

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Archetipo

Archetipo by Mendittorosa £180.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • labdanum
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

 Perfumer: Luca Maffei

A bold smoky perfume to join the ranks of Tonnerre, Bois d'Ascese and  A City on Fire...

Mendittorosa add a novel material to the smoky palette beyond birch tar, gaiac and cade: mysterious sarcocaulon (or bushman's candle). In Archetipo it is combined with labdanum, oakmoss and spices to evoke the smell of a camp fire at night in dry desert air.

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Astra Infinita

Astra Infinita by Aura Eximia £205.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bigarade
  • birch
  • cloves
  • labdanum
  • oud
  • vanilla
  • Tags:
  • #savory
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • spicy
  • woody

Astra Infinita is Latin for “endless stars”, and this extrait is a celestial blend of brightness and depth. It opens with a citrus supernova: Sicilian lemon, bitter orange and Calabrian bergamot, softened by the golden ripeness of mango and the narcotic bloom of Reunion ylang-ylang.
Then Siberian birch and Indonesian clove meet black pepper and cedarwood, a core that feels both grounded and otherworldly. The base is slow-burning and eternal: Spanish labdanum, Cambodian oud, Mysore sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla. These stars are not distant. They’re drawn to you.

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Bee

Bee by Zoologist £240.00

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  • Key notes:
  • candied orange
  • heliotrope
  • honey
  • labdanum
  • orange blossom
  • sandalwood
  • tonka beans
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #beast
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • leather
  • woody

Perfumer: Cristiano Canali

A towering, skyscraper-sized beehive, dripping with honey. See the bee, be the bee. That’s you, waggling your cute black’n’yellow striped booty in a dance through a golden flow of labdanum and leathery orange blossom with powdery mini-explosions of mimosa, tonka and heliotrope. Buzz!

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Beso Canalla

Beso Canalla by Beso Beach £145.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • brown sugar
  • caramel
  • labdanum
  • neroli
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • woody

It’s a delectable amber with focus on the gourmand aspect of that ancient perfume recipe. Usually, an amber mix would require a resin (labdanum, benzoin, etc.), patchouli and vanilla. In Beso Canalla this sweet component often represented and highlighted by vanilla was extended to many dimensions. It starts with gently sweet bergamot, descends into caramelized a sugar accord in the heart and dries down into a sweet sandalwood and amber amalgamation.

In the Beso perfume trilogy this formula represents the relaxed afternoon when you have had your early morning swim and are now gathering energies for the night out ahead (chilling in the sweet shade with an ice cold orangeade, feet buried in warm sand).

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Beso Dorado

Beso Dorado by Beso Beach £225.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cinnamon
  • geranium
  • grapefruit
  • labdanum
  • saffron
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • spicy
  • woody

Beso Dorado is inspired by the 10 years of magic and splendor of Beso Beach. It is an addictive perfume with intense and fresh aromas. Capture the authentic Mediterranean spirit of summer evenings with the sunsets and endless nights. Pink pepper and juniper give a lively and spicy opening, cinnamon and patchouli make Beso Dorado a warm and seductive fragrance, with vibrant and refreshing notes of vetiver. A woody personality with a touch of mystery.

Dominique Ropion: “ I wanted to mix deep, nocturnal, distinguished ingredients with an aromatic freshness. I wanted to create the perfume of a summer afternoon, a Mediterranean and sensual fragrance ”.

About Molecule 01 + Cistus by Escentric Molecules

What makes Molecule 01 + Cistus distinct within the woody fragrance family?
Molecule 01 + Cistus is distinct for its minimalist use of just two prominent notes: labdanum and iso-e-super. This combination creates a transparent, airy woody scent with a smooth resinous quality, differing from more complex woody fragrances that include multiple spice or floral notes.
How do the fragrances on this page compare to Molecule 01 + Cistus in terms of complexity?
Most of the fragrances here include labdanum like Molecule 01 + Cistus but add additional notes such as leather, spices, or florals, resulting in greater complexity and varied character. Molecule 01 + Cistus remains simpler and more focused on the interplay between labdanum and iso-e-super.
Does Molecule 01 + Cistus contain oud or leather like some perfumes here?
No, Molecule 01 + Cistus does not include oud or leather. Its composition focuses solely on labdanum and iso-e-super for a clean, woody, and resinous effect, unlike some listed fragrances that incorporate these deeper, animalic notes.