Is Afnan Turathi Blue a dupe of Bvlgari Tygar?
Tygar EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2016 | Year | 2021 |
| $$$$$ | Price Tier | $ |
Turathi Blue EDP
Turathi Blue and Tygar both aim for a fresh, citrus-musk profile, but diverge significantly in price and refinement. Turathi Blue, a budget-friendly option, offers a strong, synthetic citrus blast with impressive projection, making it a great value for those seeking attention. Tygar, on the other hand, boasts a smoother, more natural citrus opening with a hefty dose of ambroxan and a luxury price tag. Its appeal lies in the high-quality ingredients and the prestige of the Bvlgari brand. Choose Turathi Blue for performance, Tygar for a more luxurious experience.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Tygar
- Turathi Blue
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a powerful, attention-grabbing scent.
- Your budget is a primary concern.
- You value strong performance and projection.
- You enjoy a more synthetic, modern fragrance.
- You prefer higher-quality, natural ingredients.
- You appreciate a more refined and nuanced blend.
- You are willing to pay for a luxury experience.
- You want a smoother, less harsh citrus scent.
A sparkling grapefruit and ambroxan scent with ginger, ambrette, vetiver and patchouli underneath. Addictive and well made, it has been widely imitated, and many still hold the original as the one to beat.
A zesty citrus opening dries into smooth woods, amber, musk and patchouli. Fresh, clean and an easy daily reach for warm weather, whether at the office or the gym.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Amber
14% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
13% share of the perfume
Base Notes
Base Notes
Musk
21% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
15% share of the perfume
Patchouli
9% share of the perfume
Musk
12%
vs
20%
Patchouli
9%
vs
9%
Grapefruit
21% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
21% share of the perfume
Ginger
16% share of the perfume
Vetiver
11% share of the perfume
Ambrette
9% share of the perfume
Citrus
27% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
15% share of the perfume
Amber
14% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
13% share of the perfume
Grapefruit
21% share of the perfume
Citrus
27% share of the perfume
Musk
12%
vs
20%
Patchouli
9%
vs
9%
Spicy Notes
15% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Tygar's fresh, invigorating profile makes it perfect for casual and sporty wear, especially in warm weather. While it's sophisticated enough for some dates and formal events, its strong projection (at least for some) might be a bit much for a quiet office setting.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Fresh and clean, it suits casual days, the gym and the office. Strong enough for a casual night out, but too bright and sporty for formal evenings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 7 notes, including Musk, Patchouli
Adds ambrette and ambroxan, drops amber and citrus
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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