Ambroxan is the ingredient around which Molecule 02 orbits around exclusively (sister scent Escentric 02 blends the note with others). Natural ambroxan is one of the lusted after components of ambergris, the prohibitively costly, rare excretion of a sperm whale. To be absolutely honest, when we tried this, we were shocked by its subtlety…and we mean subtle. In fact, all we can smell is a smooth, skin-like, we-can't-put-our-finger-on-it fragrance afterthought that might as well be our own skin…but it isn't. There is a slight mineral-like edge to it but it's transparent and mild…if you're the type of person who can instantly tell the taste of plain water versus a mineral water like Evian, you'll instantly pick up on the gentle nuances of Molecule 02. To sum it up, Molecule 02 is very light yet always present and hovering about four inches above where you applied it, especially after a few hours. The term “skin scent” has never been more embodied than in this perfume and we bet it will both fascinate and confuse perfume lovers for a long time to come. If there's anyone in your life who “can't stand perfume”, you've just found a little bottle of perfection for them.

Main Note

Musk

Fragrance Notes

Ambroxan

Fragrance Style

Skin Scent / Minimal, Avant-Garde

Molecule 02 Sizes Available:

100ml

$150

2ml atomizer sample

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Here's what other people are saying about Molecule 02...

I'm a big skin scent person, so I really like this. It's salty, somewhat fresh, but also reminiscent of sweat or just plain human skin, so I guess I was lucky that it agreed with my skin's chemistry and I'm able to actually smell it on myself. A great layering scent to take something stronger to the next level. The sample atomizer does suck, I will say. it's a bit difficult to get it to work. Would purchase a smaller size of this.

By dp - teacher from NJ on 8/23/2024

I smelled this scent on a client and i just knew I had to try it out on me. I know everyone’s pH balance is different so I ordered the sample size first. I received my sample today and I’m unable to try it on because the nozzlepump doesn’t work. I tried everything, but nothing works.

By Shawanda - Banker from Nashville on 3/30/2024

I didn't think much of this fragrance when I first smelled it and applied a few times... It wasn't until about a week later, I decided to spray not only my wrists but my neck. All night I kept getting whiffs of it and I fell in love. At first I didn't like the salty aspect of it, but once it warms up on the skin it turns into such a warm, cozy experience, It sits pretty close to the skin. I'm a woman and I don't enjoy wearing masculine leaning scents, but Molecule O2 smells very unisex to me and just a generally good smelling fragrance, I don't feel masculine when wearing this. I've layered some light florals with it as well and it is just gorgeous Just purchased a full bottle.

By Adison - nurse from detroit on 11/1/2023

This fragrance is very interesting, it's not a strong immediate scent, BUT it does linger on my skin. It's very clean with a hint of cologne. The way the fragrance wear reminds me of Byredo Mojave Ghost, very light fresh on initial application, but it develops over time. I had a hard time smelling this on myself, but on my clothes, I could smell the fragrance. I will definitely be purchasing the full size on the days I want to smell fresh and clean. For reference, my holy grail MFK Baccarat Rouge 540.

By Dana - Admin from MD on 8/17/2023

I’m about to buy my third bottle. I can’t smell it on myself very often, but my dirty laundry smells AMAZING, so I’m trusting other people are smelling that too. I get brine and ozone and a tantalizing hint of something animal from this, where Not a Perfume gives me more spa and linen. When I first tested it, I couldn’t smell it at all, but noticed a few days later my car had this enchanting ephemeral smell, turns out I got it on my seatbelt and I was sold.

By Lorena - Paralegal from New York on 6/10/2023

ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. this is the only scent I've been able to wear, period. Gorgeous scent. So many compliments on it. It's light and clean and sexy. This is my perfume for the rest of my existence. Y'all better keep making it, that's all I gotta say.

By Jenelle - RN from St. Louis, MO on 1/12/2023

Like falling in love with sea salt. It's so briny, all drenched and marine. Wears delicately close to the skin, right where everyone else wants to be once they catch the scent of it.

By David - Attorney from Omaha on 7/6/2022

I'm a little embarrassed to only give this one 3 stars… I really liked M01 and E02, but M02 is just too faint. Nice but after an hour I was still only getting the occasional whiff. I'm gonna assume it's me, not it….

By Anonisme - Business from Boston on 11/8/2020

I appreciated this scent in that it does have an amazing ability to change in scent throughout the day. I was guided to this scent through a personal favorite of mine (I don’t know what by DS and Durga). In conclusion, good fragrance not great.

By Andrew - Sales Executive from Minneapolis on 10/18/2020

Love this scent. Fresh, clean, sweet like honeydew. I was taking notes on my samples and I kept coming up with words like "nice" and "pleasant" for this one. It was my favorite of a 13 sample set, and has me excited to try more Molecule fragrances. It is very subtle. Like other reviewers, I felt like the smell disappeared after a few minutes, but then it turned around and really lasted a long time. It just doesn't project much. It's for the wearer's pleasure and no one else's, which is really a good thing in some situations.

By Ellen - Cosmetic Chemist from New Albany, OH on 7/17/2020

This is the strangest fragrance I have ever smelled !! I bought only a sample , and the smell was there initially then disappeared and came back with a more pleasant smell , then I can't smell it (( BUT )) I can .. !!! I was thinking what is this fragrance exactly ! But it is very very very beautiful, I will definitely purchase a full bottle and test the rest if the molecule family.

By Ali - Dentist from Philadelphia on 7/18/2019

There must be something in this I can't smell. It has good lasting power on my skin, but after a rather fizzy opening it just smells like it ought to be a perfume base. Not unpleasant, but not much to it. May use up my sample to try layering with other scents.

By Carol - retired from Austin on 1/16/2019

All I can say is WOW! I'm fortunate to be able to smell it on myself and I can't stop sniffing my wrist. I just tried the sample I received in the mail and have already placed my order for a full bottle. It's hard to describe what the fragrance is. It's easier to describe what it's not. Not floral, not sweet, not powdery, not heavy, not dark. Not a common department store fragrance at all. No identifiable smell of a specific flower or component to get sick of. Very present without being overpowering. It's light, fresh and so incredibly interesting. Exactly what I've been searching for. I'm hooked!

By LeeAnn - Medical Office from Bakersfield on 7/23/2018

Very nice. I'm one of the lucky people who can actually smell this on herself. :) I got a sample and now can't wait to order a full size. I agree with someone who said, "It's not a fragrance, it's an aura." #Truth. It's fantastic for someone who lives in a hot climate. Strong scents or heavy florals can really gag a person here. You have to give Molecule 02 a good dry-down, about a half-hour. Then it's like a bar of Ivory soap, but only if Ivory soap smelled expensive. Very fresh and clean, not as sweet. If you want sweeter, which is also lovely, buy All That Matters or Essential Faith Oil. All are nice, just depends on what you like. Thank you Luckyscent. Wonderful selection. :) :)

By Jen - Mother from Dallas on 4/19/2018

I am obsessed with ambroxan , ambergis. I have never smelled anything like this before.. It is uniqe My skin and some magic..

By Csilla - Freelancer from New York on 9/17/2016

I LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT !!! Fantastic for summer. I feel more "at home" wearing this than wearing the adored Molecule 01.

By Adriana - Archaeological Section from Kosice, Slovakia on 7/1/2015

Update: Do not make the mistake and over apply Molecule02 because you cannot smell it. Trust me you will not be able to smell it up until approximately four minutes after its applied. Others will smell you. It is confusing and bizarre. It probably will bother you that you cannot smell this perfume (as it seriously bothered me) and I wanted to call LUCKYSCENT and complain that something is wrong. It is a very lovely, light and airy scent I am told by others. I've used about 10% of it in 2 days, which is a clear indicator of how frustrated I got. The aroma is hovering around you, whether you believe it or not.

By Taskphorce - Street Cop from Niagara Falls on 6/18/2013

I received my bottle yesterday and to be honest, upon application of 4 sprays, I was confused...I couldn't smell anything other than alcohol...so 4 more sprays...and still....ALCOHOL. Now Im confused, saddened, annoyed and angry because my sample of M02 was a great scent. I applied 2 more sprays, making the grand total of 10 ...yes TEN sprays. Then literally three to four minutes later...the fragrance came to life...and this intrigued me. This, like Molecule01, is a base notes fragrance meaning you will not detect the scent sniffing the bottle or immediately upon application, however both have major lasting power and will remain on your clothes for a week. Molecule 02 is best described as an airy, warm, slightly sweet and seductive, mineral like scent. If you do not like to smell like perfume or don't want to offend anyone Molecule 02 or 01 are perfect for you. In fact, I can't imagine anyone on Earth disliking or being offended by M02 or M01. Anyways, a friend of mine immediately complimented my fragrance as I approached her. This isn't strong and it will be hard to over apply M02. I really enjoy it but give it 4 out of 5 stars. M01 is more aromatic and deserves 5 out of 5 stars!

By Taskphorce - Police Officer (Fragrance Fanatic) from Niagara Falls on 6/18/2013

Just ordered a bottle and can't wait for its arrival. Its very subtle but when it is detected is an amazing scent....very seductive.

By Taskphorce - Street Cop from Niagara Falls on 6/13/2013

I haven't purchsed this fragrance in a while but have gotten nothing but compliments when I came into a room. As sublet as this scent is a young lady said to me that she knew it was me when I came into a room because nobody smelled like me, in a good way. One time a man purposely walked behind me because he like the way I smelled. So for all that have not had a good experience with this fragrance oh well it's not for you. Period. I love it and it will remain apart of my scent arsenals. Another thing who cares how much Ambroxan is if you don't want to buy it don't buy it .

By Anonymous - Student from Owings Mills on 11/22/2012

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