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Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes

Men Women 2014

Perfumer
Chris Bartlett

Description

Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes is an oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is Chris Bartlett. The top notes are musk, linden flower, and citrus; the heart notes are castoreum, iris, and vanilla; and the base notes are musk, ash, cedar, and amber.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 20%
  • Spring 30%
  • Summer 16%
  • Autumn 33%
  • Day 69%
  • Night 31%

Key notes

Community

444 votes

  • Positive 59%
  • Negative 30%
  • Neutral 11%
positive reviews 444 community votes
LongevityModerate SillageModerate Best momentDay CharacterUnisex

The olfactory pyramid

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In the collection

Leading answer I want it

884 votes

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Leading answer Autumn

318 votes

Time of day

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Leading answer Day

173 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Beaver

Main accord smoky Year 2014 Gender Men · Women Perfumer Chris Bartlett

Beaver by Zoologist Perfumes is an oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is Chris Bartlett. The top notes are musk, linden flower, and citrus; the heart notes are castoreum, iris, and vanilla; and the base notes are musk, ash, cedar, and amber.

Flowers Musk, amber and animalic Spices Woods and mosses

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Longevity

Leading answer Moderate

179 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

224 votes

Character

Leading answer Balanced

116 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

84 votes

Have you worn Beaver?

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  1. beto_ruiz

    Beaver Zoologist is a leathery, animalic, smoky, and woody fragrance. At first, it smells of musk and leather—nothing fresh or warm, but with an immediate animal touch. Over time, it gets dirtier thanks to the castoreum and musk, gaining a smoky nuance. After two hours, it becomes less harsh and more aromatic, featuring vanilla and iris, though the animal vibe remains. It has artistic value because I know nothing similar, but it’s hard to recommend; the scent doesn’t appeal to me (at least not personally). I’m not sure when to wear it because I can’t picture myself in it, and the opening isn’t friendly: you have to wait for it to mellow out. That’s why I think it’s better for personal use. The longevity was good, lasting a solid 8 hours. It’s not for blind buys; it’s a challenge, and honestly, I prefer to work my way around that challenge :D.

    • Animalic
    • Iris
    • Vanilla
    • Smoky

  2. beto_ruiz

    Beaver Zoologist is a leathery, animalic, smoky, and woody fragrance. The opening is musky and leathery, lacking freshness or warmth, but the animal character is noticeable right away. Over time, it becomes dirtier, likely due to the castoreum and musk, adding a slightly smoky sensation. After two hours, the scent softens, becoming more aromatic with vanilla and iris, though the animal note persists. It has artistic value for being unique, but it’s hard to recommend; the scent doesn’t appeal to me (at least not personally). I’m not sure in what situations to wear it because I can’t see myself in it. The opening isn’t very friendly and you have to wait for it to become more wearable, so I think it’s better for personal use. The longevity wasn’t bad, lasting a good 8 hours. Of course, it’s not for blind buys; it’s challenging, and with honesty, I prefer to work my way around that challenge :D.

    • Animalic
    • Iris
    • Vanilla
    • Smoky

  3. Boyfrag26

    Iris, vanilla, and ash with a floral animalic touch, smelling of earthy dampness. Very ‘Sui Generis’: the average shopper will run out of the store after testing it.

    • Animalic
    • Iris
    • Vanilla
    • Ash