Bang Chan is the leader, producer and late-night livestream host of Stray Kids, and STAY know an impressive amount about him. Yet when it comes to his fragrance, the internet is a mess. Search what perfume does Bang Chan wear and you will find four or five “favourites,” often stated as fact with no source at all.
So we did what a fact-checker would do. We gathered every perfume linked to Chan, traced each claim to where it came from, and gave it a verdict. The result is a clearer, more honest picture: two scents he chose himself, and two that fans associate with him. Then we go deeper into each scent, so you can decide which one fits you.
The Verdict Board
| Claim | Source | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Bang Chan wears The Body Shop Black Musk | Bang Chan in a W Korea interview | True |
| His CLEAN favourite is Classic Rain | Stray Kids x CLEAN campaign selection | True |
| His favourite is Versace Eros | Repeated by fan accounts and fan sites | Unverified |
| He wears Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille | K-pop fragrance listicles | Unverified |
“Unverified” does not mean false. It means we could not find Chan saying it himself. Treat those two as fun ideas rather than facts.
Claim 1: The Body Shop Black Musk — TRUE
The Evidence
In an interview with W Korea, Bang Chan said he had been enjoying The Body Shop’s Black Musk eau de toilette and preferred it over other perfumes, as reported by Sportskeeda. That is a direct statement, which makes it the most reliable answer on this list.
What It Smells Like
According to The Body Shop’s product page, Black Musk combines pink pepper, ylang-ylang and musk over a vanilla base.
- Pink pepper: a light, sparkling spice that gives the opening a lift.
- Ylang-ylang: a creamy, slightly sweet floral that adds softness. See our explainer on what ylang-ylang smells like.
- Musk: warm and skin-like, the heart of the scent.
- Vanilla: a gentle sweetness that makes it cosy.
The overall impression is warm, soft and a little sensual, without being heavy. It is the kind of scent that smells like “someone nice is standing next to you.”
Why It Fits Chan
Bang Chan is known for long studio hours, late-night “Chan’s Room” livestreams and looking after his members. A comforting, affordable musk he can wear every day without thinking about it suits that life far better than a precious luxury bottle. It also says something about him: he is not trying to impress with a price tag.
Who Should Try It
- Fans on a budget who want a confirmed idol scent.
- Anyone who loves soft musks but finds niche versions too expensive.
- People who want a warm, unisex everyday scent.
Explore similar scents in our guides to musk perfumes, Egyptian musk and white musk.
Claim 2: CLEAN Classic Rain — TRUE
The Evidence
When Stray Kids partnered with fragrance brand CLEAN for a spring campaign, each member chose a favourite from the line. Bang Chan picked Classic Rain, as reported by Sportskeeda. Campaign picks are a commercial context, but each member’s choice was presented as his own preference, so we mark it true.
What It Smells Like
Classic Rain is inspired by the clean, fresh air after a rain shower has washed away dust. It is light, airy and watery, with a soft floral and musky dry-down. Think open windows and damp pavements on a cool morning.
Why It Fits Chan
Bang Chan grew up in Sydney and was a competitive swimmer before he became a trainee. A fresh, rain-and-air scent suits that sporty, outdoorsy side.
Who Should Try It
Anyone who likes clean, fresh scents for daytime, office or gym. Our lists of aquatic perfumes and marine fragrances offer similar options.
Claim 3: Versace Eros — UNVERIFIED
The Evidence
Versace Eros is frequently mentioned by Stray Kids fan accounts and some fan sites as Chan’s favourite. We could not find a video or interview in which he says so. It may be true, but the claim travels mostly by repetition.
What It Smells Like
Eros is a famously sweet, fresh and loud men’s fragrance: mint, green apple and lemon on top, tonka bean and a woody, amber heart, and vanilla, vetiver and cedar at the base. It is designed to be noticed, especially on nights out.
Is It a Good Fit?
It suits the high-energy, on-stage Chan more than the cosy, everyday one. If you love bold scents, it is a crowd favourite worth trying. Compare it with another bestseller in our article on Light Blue vs Versace Eros, or browse our best Versace perfumes.
Claim 4: Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille — UNVERIFIED
The Evidence
Tobacco Vanille appears at the top of some K-pop fragrance listicles, such as Kpopmap’s signature-scent roundup, which itself notes that the perfumes it lists may not be the idols’ current choices. We found no first-hand statement from Chan.
What It Smells Like
Rich tobacco leaf, warm spices, vanilla, tonka, cacao and dried fruit. It is opulent, sweet and long-lasting, a true cold-weather luxury scent.
Is It a Good Fit?
Interestingly, Tobacco Vanille shares DNA with the confirmed Black Musk: both have a vanilla warmth at their core. If you love Black Musk and want a much richer, more expensive cousin, Tobacco Vanille is a logical step up. Our guide to the best tobacco fragrances includes it alongside more affordable alternatives.
Reading the Evidence: What Chan’s Confirmed Picks Tell Us
Look only at the two “true” claims and a clear profile appears:
- Comfort over flash: a warm musk and a clean rain scent, both gentle.
- Affordability: neither is a luxury niche bottle. Chan’s personal taste is surprisingly down to earth.
- Everyday wearability: both work in a studio, a van, a practice room or at home.
It also fits what fans see in his livestreams: a hoodie, a cosy room, a mug of something warm and a long chat with STAY after a busy day. Those are not the settings for a statement perfume. A gentle musk that stays close to the skin is exactly the kind of scent you would choose for a night like that, where comfort matters more than impressing anyone.
The unverified claims, by contrast, are louder and more luxurious. That gap is worth noticing. Fan lists often project a glamorous image onto idols, while their own words tend to reveal simpler habits.
A Day in Chan’s Life, in Scent
| Moment | Scent idea | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Morning workout | CLEAN Classic Rain | Fresh and light after exercise |
| Studio session | The Body Shop Black Musk | Comforting and unobtrusive in a small room |
| Concert night | A bold, sweet fresh scent like Eros | Big energy for a big stage |
| Late-night livestream | Black Musk, lightly | Cosy, close to skin |
Background Check: The Body Shop
Bang Chan’s confirmed favourite comes from one of the world’s best-known beauty brands. The Body Shop was founded in Brighton, England, in 1976 by Anita Roddick, and it built its reputation on ethical beauty, campaigning against animal testing long before it was common. Its Black Musk scent describes its musk as cruelty-free, in line with that history.
The brand is also affordable and easy to find in many countries, which helps explain why Black Musk became such a popular “idol perfume” among STAY. You do not need to visit a luxury boutique or wait for a limited release to share Chan’s scent.
If ethics matter to you when choosing a perfume, our guides to vegan fragrances and non-toxic perfume brands are useful reading.
Background Check: CLEAN
CLEAN is an American fragrance brand built around the scent of cleanliness: fresh laundry, crisp air, soap and warm cotton. Its Classic collection is the most widely known, with names like Warm Cotton, Cool Cotton, Simply Clean and Rain. The brand’s straightforward, comforting scents made it a natural partner for a group like Stray Kids, whose fans span many ages and countries.
Clean-style fragrances are popular in Korea, where subtle, fresh scents are often preferred in shared spaces. Our article on perfumes that smell like soap explores the style further.
The Stray Kids Scent Line-Up
Bang Chan’s choices make more sense next to his members’. Here is how the group’s fragrance picks compare, based on the CLEAN campaign and interviews reported by Sportskeeda.
| Member | Linked scent | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Bang Chan | The Body Shop Black Musk; CLEAN Classic Rain | Warm musk; fresh air |
| Lee Know | Diptyque Eau Duelle; Bleu de Chanel Parfum | Vanilla; woody |
| Changbin | CLEAN Classic Flower Fresh | Light floral |
| Hyunjin | Kilian Paris; CLEAN Classic Cool Cotton | Rich gourmand; crisp cotton |
| Han | Gucci Guilty Pour Femme | Floral, slightly spicy |
| Felix | CLEAN Classic Warm Cotton | Cosy cotton |
| Seungmin | CLEAN Classic Simply Clean | Fresh, soapy |
Interesting pattern: most members lean towards comforting, clean scents, with Hyunjin and Lee Know adding richer options. As leader, Chan sits right in the middle with one cosy and one fresh pick. Read more in our guides to Hyunjin’s perfume, Felix’s perfume and Han’s perfumes.
Musk Myths, Fact-Checked
“Musk always smells strong and heavy.”
False. Many modern musks, like the one in Black Musk, are soft and skin-like. Some are so subtle that certain people cannot smell them at all.
“Black musk is made from animals.”
False today. Natural animal musk was historically used, but modern perfumes use synthetic musks. Black Musk specifically describes its musk as cruelty-free.
“Musk is only for men.”
False. Musk is one of the most unisex notes in perfumery and appears in countless women’s and men’s fragrances.
“Musk does not last.”
Mostly false. Musks are base notes and are often the longest-lasting part of a perfume, though lighter concentrations fade sooner.
Scents for the Studio: Tips From a Producer’s Routine
Bang Chan spends long hours producing music with Changbin and Han as 3RACHA. If you also work in a small room for hours, take a few cues from his comfortable choices.
- Pick soft scents: a cosy musk is pleasant for hours; loud scents tire your nose and your colleagues.
- Apply in the morning only: constant re-spraying in a closed room builds up quickly.
- Keep air moving: a fan or open window keeps the room fresh.
- Use scent as a signal: some people wear one scent for work and another for rest, helping the brain switch modes.
Our guide on wearing perfume without getting a headache has more tips for long days indoors.
Bang Chan and Fendi
In January 2025, Fendi named Bang Chan a brand ambassador, after he attended the house’s men’s show in Milan as a guest. He has since appeared in Fendi looks for events and covers, including Harper’s Bazaar Korea. We have not found Chan naming a Fendi fragrance as his own, so we treat Fendi as a fashion connection rather than a perfume claim.
How to Wear Black Musk So It Lasts
Body-shop-style eau de toilettes are lovely but not always long-lasting. Here is how to get the most from yours:
- Layer with the matching body products if available, or an unscented lotion.
- Spray clothes as well as skin; musk holds well on fabric.
- Use three or four sprays; lighter concentrations need a little more.
- Keep a small bottle for top-ups. See our travel-size perfumes guide.
For more techniques, read how to make perfume stay longer.
Climate Notes: From Sydney Sun to Seoul Winters
Bang Chan grew up with Australian summers and now lives through Korean winters. His two confirmed scents cover both well.
- Hot weather: CLEAN Classic Rain is ideal; Black Musk works in small amounts.
- Cool weather: Black Musk shines and feels cosier.
- Humid monsoon days: keep to fresh, airy scents and spray clothing rather than skin.
Readers in India can find more heat-friendly ideas in our summer perfumes guide.
Budget Guide: Smelling Like Chan at Any Price
| Budget | Pick | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Low | The Body Shop Black Musk | Confirmed |
| Low to mid | CLEAN Classic Rain | Confirmed |
| Mid | Versace Eros | Unverified |
| High | Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille | Unverified |
The best value happens to be the most accurate answer. Popular scents like Eros and Tobacco Vanille are often faked, so check our guide on how to spot fake perfume before buying online.
How to Fact-Check Any Idol Perfume Claim Yourself
- Look for the original source: an interview, livestream timestamp or official campaign.
- Check the date: taste changes; a 2019 claim may not describe today.
- Separate ambassador deals from personal use: fashion partners are not proof of perfume choice.
- Be wary of identical lists: many sites copy each other without new evidence.
- Look for specifics: “he said he has been enjoying it lately” is stronger than “rumoured favourite.”
Gift Ideas for a Bang Chan Fan
For Chan’s birthday on 3 October, a bottle of The Body Shop Black Musk with a note about his W Korea interview is thoughtful and budget-friendly. For something special, pair CLEAN Classic Rain with a wolf-themed keepsake, a nod to his Wolf Chan persona. More gift ideas are in our birthday gift perfumes and affordable fragrances for men guides.
Curious about other K-pop leaders and stars? Read our guides to RM’s perfume, Seonghwa’s perfume and Jungkook’s perfumes.
Black Musk Wear Test: What to Expect Hour by Hour
| Time | What you notice |
|---|---|
| First 15 minutes | A light sparkle of pink pepper and a creamy floral touch |
| Up to 2 hours | Warm musk takes over, soft and slightly sweet |
| 2 to 4 hours | A cosy vanilla-musk skin scent, noticeable up close |
| After 4 hours | A faint trace, stronger on clothing than on skin |
Timings depend on skin, climate and how much you apply. Dry skin usually loses scent faster; our guide on perfume and body chemistry explains why.
Chan’s Two-Scent Capsule
The simplest way to copy Bang Chan’s confirmed habits is a two-bottle capsule wardrobe.
- Warm bottle (Black Musk or similar): for evenings, cool days and comfort.
- Fresh bottle (CLEAN Classic Rain or similar): for workouts, hot days and mornings.
Two scents cover almost every situation, cost less than one luxury bottle and are easy to manage. If you later want a third, add a “statement” scent for special nights, which is where the fan-linked Eros or Tobacco Vanille could fit.
Layering Ideas for Black Musk
Because Black Musk is soft and affordable, it is a perfect base for experimenting. Spray it first, then add one of these on top.
- Citrus: a lemon or bergamot cologne adds brightness for daytime. See our lemon perfumes list.
- Fresh aquatic: a light rain or sea scent, echoing his CLEAN Classic Rain pick.
- Vanilla: doubles the cosy warmth for winter evenings.
- Light florals: a soft rose or peony scent makes it gentler and more romantic.
Keep the top layer to one or two sprays so the musk still shines through. Layering a confirmed idol scent with your own favourite is a nice way to make it personal rather than a copy.
Side by Side: Black Musk vs Versace Eros
The confirmed favourite and the most-repeated rumour could hardly be more different. Seeing them side by side shows why it matters which claim you trust.
| Black Musk (confirmed) | Versace Eros (unverified) | |
|---|---|---|
| Mood | Cosy, soft, intimate | Bold, sweet, attention-grabbing |
| Key notes | Pink pepper, ylang-ylang, musk, vanilla | Mint, green apple, tonka, vanilla, woods |
| Projection | Close to skin | Strong |
| Price level | Affordable | Mid-range designer |
| Best for | Everyday comfort, studio, home | Parties, nights out, cool weather |
If you buy Eros expecting to smell like Chan’s soft, everyday musk, you will be surprised. If you want to smell like what he actually said he enjoys, Black Musk is the answer.
How Rumours Spread: Tracing the Claims
Why do so many unverified perfumes get attached to idols? Our research for this article found a familiar pattern.
- A fan post: someone suggests a scent “suits” an idol or thinks they spotted a bottle.
- Repetition: other fans share it, and the “maybe” disappears.
- Listicles: websites compile popular posts into “idol perfume” lists, often without sources.
- Copying: new lists copy older lists, so the claim looks well-supported.
- Search results: the claim now appears everywhere, even though it started as one guess.
That is why this article separates verdicts. A claim repeated a hundred times is still only as strong as its first source.
Tobacco Vanille: A Wear Guide If You Want to Try It Anyway
Even though the Bang Chan link is unverified, Tobacco Vanille is a celebrated scent. If you are tempted, wear it wisely:
- Use one spray; it is extremely rich and long-lasting.
- Save it for cool evenings and outdoor winter events.
- Avoid crowded, warm spaces, where it can feel heavy.
- Try a sample first; luxury tobacco scents are an acquired taste.
For alternatives in the same mood, browse our tobacco fragrances and winter perfumes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bang Chan’s favourite perfume?
He said in a W Korea interview that he enjoys The Body Shop Black Musk. In the CLEAN campaign, he chose Classic Rain.
Does Bang Chan wear Versace Eros?
Fans often say so, but we could not find Bang Chan confirming it.
What does The Body Shop Black Musk smell like?
Warm and soft: pink pepper, ylang-ylang and musk over vanilla.
Is Black Musk a men’s or women’s perfume?
It is unisex and suits anyone who likes warm, cosy musks.
Is Bang Chan a Fendi ambassador?
Yes, since January 2025. That is a fashion partnership, not a fragrance claim.
Which Bang Chan scent is best for summer?
CLEAN Classic Rain, thanks to its fresh, airy character.
Case Closed
Strip away the rumours and Bang Chan’s fragrance taste is warm, clean and refreshingly affordable: a cosy black musk for everyday comfort and a rain-fresh scent for lighter days. If you want to smell like the leader of Stray Kids, start with what he actually said. It turns out to be the easiest and kindest choice for your wallet too.
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Disclaimer: Based on interviews, campaign selections and media reports. Giftexo is not affiliated with Bang Chan, Stray Kids, JYP Entertainment, The Body Shop, CLEAN, Versace, Tom Ford or Fendi.
