Is Al Haramain Perfumes Azlan Oud Blue Edition a dupe of Dior Sauvage Elixir?

Sauvage Elixir Parfum

Dior by François Demachy Original Acquired
Share
Card A shareable image comparing these two fragrances - verdicts, profiles and what they share. Save or copy it to post anywhere.
Sauvage Elixir Parfum bottle Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2021 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££
Azlan Oud Blue Edition Eau de Parfum bottle Azlan Oud Blue Edition EDP
Our Verdict

Sauvage Elixir and Azlan Oud Blue Edition share a strikingly similar DNA, with Azlan Oud often cited as a compelling alternative. The key difference lies in the price point and boldness. Elixir boasts a smoother, more refined blend with a higher price tag, while Azlan Oud goes for maximum projection and longevity at a more accessible price. If you want a more robust experience, Azlan Oud is the choice. If you prefer a smoother, more balanced scent profile, Elixir will be the better choice.

$162.95+ tax from
2.0 fl oz (60 ml) at FragranceShop.com
Best value $65.06/fl oz (5.0 fl oz (150 ml))
Buy Sauvage Elixir Check price on →
No stockist yet
We have not found it at a shop we track that delivers to you
Check price on →

Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

ScentArt

View Liquid → Sauvage Elixir Parfum
View Liquid → Azlan Oud Blue Edition EDP

Which Should You Buy?

Choose Sauvage Elixir if...
  • You prefer a smoother, more balanced fragrance.
  • You appreciate the prestige of the Dior brand.
  • You want a slightly more refined, less beastly scent.
  • You don't mind spending more for a smoother experience
Choose Azlan Oud Blue Edition if...
  • You want beast-mode projection and longevity.
  • You're looking for a Sauvage Elixir alternative on a budget.
  • You enjoy a bolder, more attention-grabbing fragrance.
  • You prefer a fragrance with a strong spicy kick.
Our Verdict - Sauvage Elixir Parfum
A thunderous, spicy-woody statement piece that takes the Sauvage DNA into ultra-rich, opulent territory. Not for the faint of heart - this is a modern powerhouse that exudes authority and midnight intrigue.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Azlan Oud Blue Edition EDP
This is a "Godzilla mode" scent. If you want beast-mode projection and longevity with a rich, modern spicy profile, this is your huckleberry. It's a powerhouse that delivers remarkable performance for the price, though not everyone agrees on its Sauvage Elixir similarity.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Sauvage Elixir Parfum A Azlan Oud Blue Edition EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Azlan Oud Blue Edition EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 100% vs 50%
Cinnamon 26% vs 29%
Cardamom 24% vs 32%
Licorice 23% vs 36%
Sandalwood 21% vs 23%
Grapefruit 20% vs 37%
Amber 20% vs 21%
Patchouli 17% vs 50%
Vetiver 17% vs 18%
Only in Sauvage Elixir
Nutmeg 27%
Shared Notes
Cinnamon 26% vs 29%
Cardamom 24% vs 32%
Grapefruit 20% vs 37%
Only in Sauvage Elixir
Nutmeg 27%
Shared Notes
Lavender 100% vs 50%
Only in Azlan Oud Blue Edition
Patchouli 50%
Shared Notes
Licorice 23% vs 36%
Sandalwood 21% vs 23%
Amber 20% vs 21%
Vetiver 17% vs 18%
Only in Sauvage Elixir
Patchouli 18%

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

Sauvage Elixir Azlan Oud Blue Edition
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Potent
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sauvage Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The powerful spicy-woody and amber heart makes this perfect for cold to cool weather, where it can project fully without becoming overwhelming. Fall and winter are ideal, but it can work in spring nights; it is too rich and intense for most summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its boldness and opulence suit formal events or nights out, where presence is desired. It can be seductive for dates but risks being too assertive for office or casual use and is unsuitable for sports.

Azlan Oud Blue Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its immense longevity and 'Godzilla mode' sillage make it too overpowering for an office setting or sport. The warm spicy and woody accords, combined with its described 'masculine, structured backbone', are ideal for formal events and date nights where a strong, sophisticated impression is desired.

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.

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Lavender, Vetiver, Sandalwood

Key Differences

Without nutmeg

Where to buy

Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Azlan Oud Blue Edition EDP

Prices before sales tax, which the shop adds at checkout.

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Compare Another Pair

VS