Musk

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Musk

Musk (/mʌsk/) is a class of aromatic substances commonly used as base notes in perfumery. They include glandular secretions from animals such as the musk deer, numerous plants emitting similar fragrances, and artificial substances with similar odors.

Etymology

The word "musk" comes from the Sanskrit word muṣká, which means "testicle". This is due to the fact that the musk deer's gland, which produces the scent, is located near the testicles.

Types of Musk

There are several types of musk, both natural and synthetic.

  • Musk Deer: The original source of musk, this animal's glandular secretions are highly prized for their scent.
  • Plant Musk: Several plants, such as the musk flower and muskwood, also produce musk-like scents.
  • Synthetic Musk: Due to the high cost and ethical concerns of animal musk, many synthetic musks have been developed. These include nitro musks, polycyclic musk compounds, and macrocyclic musk compounds.

Uses

Musk is primarily used in Perfumery, due to its strong and long-lasting scent. It is often used as a base note, which is the scent that remains after the top and middle notes have evaporated. Musk is also used in some traditional medicines, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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