12 | Twelve

12 | Twelve from the German brand Valjues, released in 2021, is a clean, modern woody scent with musky, fresh and floral notes around it. It is shared and suits anyone looking for something minimal and contemporary.

Aldehydes give the opening a sparkling, soapy, almost fizzy brightness, like freshly laundered linen. Jasmine adds a soft floral heart, kept light rather than heady. The base is built around smooth, transparent woods: cashmere wood brings a warm, velvety, slightly musky woodiness, while Iso E Super adds a diffuse, cedar-like glow that seems to radiate from the skin. Musk ties it together with a clean, skin-close softness.

The result feels airy and polished, more an aura than a loud statement. It works well for everyday wear, the office and any season, and appeals to those who like skin scents and modern woody musks that feel effortless. It could also layer easily with other fragrances to add a soft, woody finish.

12 | Twelve — unisex fragrance by Valjues (released 2021). Notes: Aldehydes, Cashmere Wood, Cashmir wood, Iso E Super, Jasmine, Musk. — Parfica open fragrance database