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Escentric Molecules Molecule 02
Escentric Molecules

Molecule 02

woody
musky
amber
animalic
powdery
EDT · 2016 · unisex

Escentric Molecules is known for building fragrances around isolated synthetic molecules, treating them as the star ingredient rather than a supporting player. Molecule 02 continues this philosophy, centering entirely on iso e super, a polarizing aroma-chemical that smells vastly different depending on individual skin chemistry.

The fragrance opens with that distinctive iso e super character, which reads as woody and slightly animalic on most skin. The heart layers in amber, cashmere wood, cedar, and labdanum to create a soft, resinous core that grounds the synthetic top note. The base settles into warm amber and musk with cedarwood and cashmeran, building a woody-amber foundation that's powdery and intimate rather than aggressive.

Molecule 02 works best for those comfortable with synthetic, slightly animalic scents who want something understated and skin-close. It's an introspective fragrance suited to cooler months or evening wear when you're not looking for projection. If you appreciate the Scent DNA profiles of The Mystic, The Homesteader, and The Reverie, this fragrance will likely appeal to your sensibilities.

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Main Accordsreported by community
woody
100%
musky
100%
amber
75%
animalic
50%
powdery
25%
Fragrance Notescommunity verified
Top · 0–30 min
iso e super
iso e super
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
amber
amber
A warm, resinous accord rather than a single ingredient, amber is typically built from labdanum, benzoin, and vanilla to create a rich, honeyed, almost solar warmth. It's the quintessential base-note family, adding a comforting richness that makes fragrances feel complete. The difference between a fragrance feeling cold and feeling alive.
cashmere wood
cashmere wood
cedar
cedar
labdanum
labdanum
A resin from the rock rose plant with a dark, animalic, honeyed quality that anchors many classic oriental fragrances. Labdanum is simultaneously leathery and sweet, with a raw complexity that synthetic materials struggle to match. It's a cornerstone of amber accords and chypre compositions.
woody notes
woody notes
Base · 3–12 hrs
amber
amber
A warm, resinous accord rather than a single ingredient, amber is typically built from labdanum, benzoin, and vanilla to create a rich, honeyed, almost solar warmth. It's the quintessential base-note family, adding a comforting richness that makes fragrances feel complete. The difference between a fragrance feeling cold and feeling alive.
cashmeran
cashmeran
cedarwood
cedarwood
Clean, dry, and pencil-shaving familiar, cedar brings structure without heaviness. Depending on the variety (Atlas, Virginia, Texas), it can range from slightly sweet and waxy to sharply aromatic. It's a workhorse base note that gives woody fragrances their spine, and it's universally flattering on skin.
musk
musk
The base layer of almost every modern fragrance, a soft, warm, skin-like scent that extends longevity and bridges other notes together. Natural musk was once derived from deer (now banned); today's musks are synthetic and range from clean and soapy to dark and animalic. The right musk makes a fragrance smell like 'you.'
virginia cedar
virginia cedar
Warm, slightly sweet, and clean, Virginia cedarwood is the most commonly used cedar in mainstream perfumery. It has a familiar, pencil-cedar smell with a soft warmth that makes it universally approachable. Less assertive than Atlas cedar, it acts as a quiet, reliable base note in hundreds of commercial fragrances.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The MysticBest match93% match
You wear what others can't place — and that's exactly the point.

Warm incense, dry resins, airy woods, smoke with softness. Never obvious.

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The Homesteader83% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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The Reverie82% match
You live slightly outside the present — and your scent proves it.

Warm, experimental sweetness. Caramelized woods, unusual ambers, avant-garde gourmand.

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The Mystic
You wear what others can't place — and that's exactly the point.
Warm incense, dry resins, airy woods, smoke with softness. Never obvious.
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Scent Profile
woody100%musky100%amber75%animalic50%powdery25%
Fragrance Family
Amber/Woody
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Escentric Molecules Molecule 02— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Molecule 02 is $125.00. Without a coupon the lowest price is $125.00. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

Are grey market retailers authentic?

Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Escentric Molecules fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Escentric Molecules Molecule 02? +
$125.00 at Escentric Molecules. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
Is $125.00 a good price for Molecule 02? +
Yes. The current best price is $125.00 and MSRP is $150.00. At $125.00 you save 17% vs retail.
What does Escentric Molecules Molecule 02 smell like? +
Escentric Molecules is known for building fragrances around isolated synthetic molecules, treating them as the star ingredient rather than a supporting player. Molecule 02 continues this philosophy, centering entirely on iso e super, a polarizing aroma-chemical that smells vastly different depending on individual skin chemistry. The fragrance opens with that distinctive iso e super character, which reads as woody and slightly animalic on most skin. The heart layers in amber, cashmere wood, cedar, and labdanum to create a soft, resinous core that grounds the synthetic top note. The base settles into warm amber and musk with cedarwood and cashmeran, building a woody-amber foundation that's powdery and intimate rather than aggressive. Molecule 02 works best for those comfortable with synthetic, slightly animalic scents who want something understated and skin-close. It's an introspective fragrance suited to cooler months or evening wear when you're not looking for projection. If you appreciate the Scent DNA profiles of The Mystic, The Homesteader, and The Reverie, this fragrance will likely appeal to your sensibilities.
What are the notes in Escentric Molecules Molecule 02? +
Top: iso e super. Heart: amber, cashmere wood, cedar, labdanum, woody notes. Base: amber, cashmeran, cedarwood, musk, virginia cedar.
What fragrance family is Molecule 02? +
Escentric Molecules Molecule 02 belongs to the Amber/Woody fragrance family. It is an EDT.
What other fragrances smell like Escentric Molecules Molecule 02? +
Based on shared notes, Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 (amber, cashmeran, amber, cashmere wood), Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Champaca (amber, cashmeran, amber, cashmere wood), Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Cistus (amber, cashmeran, amber, cashmere wood), Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Iris (amber, cashmeran, amber, cashmere wood), Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli (amber, cashmeran, amber, cashmere wood) may smell similar to Molecule 02.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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