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A skin scent isnt a big, heady fragrance that announces itself in a room before you do.

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Rather, theyre intimate, delivering a steady presence on your skin.
Theyre not even traditionally perfumey, notes dsm-firmenich Master PerfumerHonorine Blanc.
They evoke serene, calming emotions.

Theyre all similar in that they work to replicate ambergris, yet offer subtle differences.
Then there are more traditional musk and amber notes.
And, like musk, amber is a catch-all term that speaks to a variety of different aromas.

Here, we share some of the best skin scents in our collection.
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Remember that some skin scents can be hard to smell on yourself.

Should skin scents be layered or are they meant to be worn on their own?
The beauty of skin scents is in their simplicity, with a different construction than most fragrances.
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