Essence Musk by Ferrari

I think that this is the last of the samples of Ferrari fragrances that I have to do a review on, since I’ve done about 6 of them in the past month or so. Today’s entry is Essence Musk and it comes in a white bottle. As usual, after giving it a full wear or two, I am going to discuss: how it smells, performs, when it should be worn, and if it is worth a purchase or not.

What does Essence Musk by Ferrari Smell Like?

Notes include: musk, grapefruit, watermelon, sea notes, cedar, mint, lavender, nutmeg, vetiver, and more

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My Full Review

Upon first spraying, Essence Musk, I noticed how much of the composition resembled Cedar Essence by Ferrari. Now, that particular scent has things arranged differently, and has it’s own unique aroma ultimately.

However, these two are pretty close, in terms of what makes each tick. The opening is a blend of grapefruit/watermelon that is mixed into oceanic water with musk permeating the whole thing. I actually like it.

Essence Musk to me, is like part Cedar Essence and part cheaper version of Imperial Millesime by Creed. It has that same salty melon aroma as does the Creed, which is why it strikes me as similar.

The Ferrari cologne is quite light but not weak and just sort of hangs in the air to provide a bright and uplifting scent.

As it dries down, I get more of a citrus and mint blend. The musk is still the highlight. Though, I think that the mint note plays quite nicely off of that, and gives it that bit of extra freshness that the cologne could’ve been lacking.

I also pick up on just a tad bit of lavender, but it is really only noticeable if I’m right up on my skin, trying to detect it.

It ends less salty and with the watermelon faded. It’s a musky fresh, lavender, with some general sweetness from the remaining fruit.

Sillage, Longevity, and Versatility

Projection wise, it’s not a heavy scent but Essence Musk does a solid job, in terms of sillage. It is a lighter and airy sort of cologne, but it is moderate and noticeable while wearing. It’s not designed to be a beast, and with these notes, it probably shouldn’t be.

It’s longevity is pretty good but not outstanding. I’ve gotten 6-7 hours from my testing of it, which is good enough for most occasions. None of the Ferrari scents are outstanding in this area, but they all seem to be at least decent.

Seasonally, this strikes me as one to wear during the spring and summertime. The bright citrus notes and the aquatic sort of elements, lend itself well to the warmer months. Also, as the musk isn’t really heavy it won’t fall apart in the heat, either.

I like this as an everyday wear or casually or even a business casual sort of scenario. It’s not a nightlife beast and I’d rather wear it during the daytime. Essence is something that is inexpensive and easy to wear, but won’t be an all-around workhorse. Yet, still useful.

Overall Impressions of Essence Musk

Overall, do I like Ferrari Essence Musk? Yes. I actually wasn’t expecting to, as I’m not a huge fan of musky scents, but I think that they definitely did this one right.

It’s simple and straightforward, but the fragrance smells good, and gives a solid performance for a cologne at this price point.

Ferrari isn’t an amazing scent design house, but I think that they have carved out a niche for themselves in this space. Most of their colognes are solid and I think Essence Musk, is in that top tier.

I really enjoy the aquatic feel and that opening blend of watermelon and grapefruit. This one is a very pleasant wear, not incredible, just quite good all around.

The dry down isn’t as good to my nose, but it’s still a nice cologne and I never had any real negative feelings toward it.

It has overlaps with Cedar Essence and Imperial, but it really does its own thing outside of those two. Which it’s nice to get an inexpensive fragrance, that isn’t a complete clone of everything else on the market.

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