Vetiver Moloko by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Earthy meets milky: bergamot and rose over a milky accord and cypress, on vetiver, vanilla and amyris.
Is Vetiver Moloko worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and rose, milk and cypress at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and vanilla.
Scent Score: 51/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Gives less for its price tier than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 39, versatility 67, layerability 74 and value 24, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for the office and casual days. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2014 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Rose, Milk, Cypress, Vetiver, Vanilla
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Milk
- Cypress
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Spring
Fragrance overview
Vetiver Moloko by Ex Nihilo belongs to the woody fragrance family. Earthy meets milky: bergamot and rose over a milky accord and cypress, on vetiver, vanilla and amyris. Vetiver Moloko opens with Bergamot and Rose. The heart brings Milk and Cypress. It dries down to Vetiver, Vanilla, and Amyris.
How to wear Vetiver Moloko
On skin, Vetiver Moloko by Ex Nihilo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and spring. Reach for it for office and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 1 spray Flowerbomb and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Vetiver Moloko opens with Bergamot and Rose.
The heart brings Milk and Cypress.
It dries down to Vetiver, Vanilla, and Amyris.
What to layer with Vetiver Moloko
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rose.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 1 spray Flowerbomb
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vetiver.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 2 sprays Gentleman
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rose.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain
Voce Viva by Valentino
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vanilla.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Voce Viva on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 2 sprays Voce Viva
Pairings to approach with care
Supremacy Not Only Intense by Afnan
Not Recommended · 34/99
Supremacy Not Only Intense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Not Only Intense brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Not Only Intense on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 1 spray Supremacy Not Only Intense
Kouros by Yves Saint Laurent
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 36/99
Kouros has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Kouros brings an aromatic contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kouros on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 1 spray Kouros
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot and rose.
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and vanilla.
- Gentleman by Givenchy — Both include bergamot and vetiver.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Vetiver Moloko?
Vetiver Moloko opens with Bergamot and Rose. The heart brings Milk and Cypress. It dries down to Vetiver, Vanilla, and Amyris.
How long does Vetiver Moloko last, and how strong is it?
Vetiver Moloko by Ex Nihilo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Vetiver Moloko?
It's best in fall and spring. It suits office and casual.
What layers well with Vetiver Moloko?
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rose. Apply Vetiver Moloko first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Vetiver Moloko : 1 spray Flowerbomb.
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