Civet by Zoologist Perfumes for Men, Women

Civet by Zoologist Perfumes for Men, Women

Extrait de Parfum

Main Accords

amber
musky
warm spicy
animalic
floral

Civet Notes

Top Notes

Carnation
Carnation
Civet
Civet
Coffee
Coffee
Incense
Incense
Resins
Resins
Spices
Spices
Tuberose
Tuberose
Ylang-Ylang
Ylang-Ylang

Heart Notes

Black Pepper
Black Pepper
Frangipani
Frangipani
Labdanum
Labdanum
Musk
Musk
Oakmoss
Oakmoss
Orange
Orange
Russian Leather
Russian Leather
Tarragon
Tarragon
Woodsy Notes
Woodsy Notes

Base Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Canadian balsam
Canadian balsam
Heliotrope
Heliotrope
Hyacinth
Hyacinth
Lemon
Lemon
Lime (Linden) Blossom
Lime (Linden) Blossom
Vanilla
Vanilla
Vetiver
Vetiver

Scent Family

Main Accords

amber
musky
warm spicy
animalic
floral

Civet Notes

Top Notes

Carnation
Carnation
Civet
Civet
Coffee
Coffee
Incense
Incense
Resins
Resins
Spices
Spices
Tuberose
Tuberose
Ylang-Ylang
Ylang-Ylang

Heart Notes

Black Pepper
Black Pepper
Frangipani
Frangipani
Labdanum
Labdanum
Musk
Musk
Oakmoss
Oakmoss
Orange
Orange
Russian Leather
Russian Leather
Tarragon
Tarragon
Woodsy Notes
Woodsy Notes

Base Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Canadian balsam
Canadian balsam
Heliotrope
Heliotrope
Hyacinth
Hyacinth
Lemon
Lemon
Lime (Linden) Blossom
Lime (Linden) Blossom
Vanilla
Vanilla
Vetiver
Vetiver

Scent Family

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

Carnation
Carnation
Civet
Civet
Coffee
Coffee
Incense
Incense
Resins
Resins
Spices
Spices
Tuberose
Tuberose
Ylang-Ylang
Ylang-Ylang

Heart Notes

Black Pepper
Black Pepper
Frangipani
Frangipani
Labdanum
Labdanum
Musk
Musk
Oakmoss
Oakmoss
Orange
Orange
Russian Leather
Russian Leather
Tarragon
Tarragon
Woodsy Notes
Woodsy Notes

Base Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Canadian balsam
Canadian balsam
Heliotrope
Heliotrope
Hyacinth
Hyacinth
Lemon
Lemon
Lime (Linden) Blossom
Lime (Linden) Blossom
Vanilla
Vanilla
Vetiver
Vetiver

Civet Overview

Civet (Extrait de Parfum) by Zoologist Perfumes is a Unisex Oriental, Amber and Musky fragrance released in 2016, with Spicy, Woody and Powdery facets. It opens with bergamot, lemon, orange, black pepper, tarragon and warming spices, moves to a heart of tuberose, ylang-ylang, carnation, heliotrope, jasmine and lavender, and settles into a plush base of civet, musk, coffee, vanilla, labdanum, oakmoss, patchouli, sandalwood, cedar, incense, leather and vetiver. Expect 10–12 hours of longevity, strong sillage and strong projection; best for mature wearers 25+ in cool weather and evening settings.

Scent Profile

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Season

Day, Night

Wear Time

Strong

Sillage

Long Lasting

Longevity

Strong

Projection

Gender

$$$

Price

Extrait de Parfum

Concentration

Wearability & Verdict

Pros

• Opulent vintage-style animalic that feels luxurious and distinctive
• Excellent longevity (10–12h) with strong, steady sillage
• Complex evolution from spicy citrus to creamy florals and rich resins
• High-quality materials and expert blending for a smooth civet accord
• Ideal for cold weather and special evenings when you want to stand out

Cons

• Challenging animalic opening may be too bold for some
• Not suitable for office or close-quarters settings
• Can become cloying in heat or overapplication
• Pricey niche release with limited availability at times
• Skews mature; not the best entry point for beginners

Good to Wear For:

Not Recommended For:

Pros

• Opulent vintage-style animalic that feels luxurious and distinctive
• Excellent longevity (10–12h) with strong, steady sillage
• Complex evolution from spicy citrus to creamy florals and rich resins
• High-quality materials and expert blending for a smooth civet accord
• Ideal for cold weather and special evenings when you want to stand out

Cons

• Challenging animalic opening may be too bold for some
• Not suitable for office or close-quarters settings
• Can become cloying in heat or overapplication
• Pricey niche release with limited availability at times
• Skews mature; not the best entry point for beginners

Good to Wear For:

Not Recommended For:

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