Darkside of the Moon by The Dua Brand bottle
The Dua Brand

Darkside of the Moon

4.7/5 · 3 votes Masculine 2021
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Fragrance notes

Notes
Musk Mallow

Character

Longevity4.0/5
Sillage3.3/5
Day50
Night0
Spring100
Summer100
Fall100
Winter50
Our take

Darkside of the Moon pairs bitter orange and mint with clary sage and lavender for a bright, herbal citrus that feels clean and alert. Ambroxan and musk mallow sit beside leather and soft spicy accords, giving the blend a warm, slightly rough texture that keeps the fruit from reading sweet. The amber note adds a gentle glow, so the overall impression stays aromatic rather than sugary, with a masculine lean that feels modern and composed.

This is a daytime scent for someone standing in a sunlit office or walking a city block with purpose. The leather here is mild and dusty, not the heavy jacket kind, and the musky base stays close to the skin without turning powdery. It smells like a crisp shirt and a clear plan, not a lounge or a late night, and the clarity is what makes it easy to wear.

The mint can turn sharp and medicinal if the air is warm, and the lavender sometimes reads more soap than herb. The composition lacks depth once the initial impression settles, leaving a flat middle that does not evolve much. It suits a routine, not a statement, and anyone hoping for a complex journey will find it too straightforward.

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