Synergy Score
Found together in 9 fragrances
Pairing Category
unexpected Pairing
A surprising combination that creates unique and memorable compositions.
Spicy
Marjoram smells like the dried herb you'd sprinkle on roasted vegetables, yet more refined. Imagine crumbling sun-warmed oregano between your fingers—that's the herbaceous warmth—but soften it with whispers of pepper, subtle sweetness, and an almost minty coolness. There's a gentle spiciness that doesn't bite; rather, it wraps around you like a kitchen filled with Mediterranean cooking. It's simultaneously earthy and slightly peppery, with a faint woody undertone that grounds everything into something comforting rather than harsh.
Woody
Musk is the scent of warmth itself—imagine the gentle heat radiating from skin after exercise, mingled with soft suede and a whisper of vanilla. It's deeply intimate rather than floral or sharp; think of wrapping yourself in a cashmere blanket warmed by the sun, with a faint animalic undertone that's almost imperceptible. Pure musk has a powdery, almost imperceptible sweetness, like the inside of a lover's wrist or the comfort of well-loved fabric. It doesn't announce itself boldly; instead, it envelops and lingers on your skin like a second layer.
3 fragrances featuring Marjoram and Musk together