Is Aldi No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin a dupe of Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin?
Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1999 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EDP
Jo Malone’s Lime Basil & Mandarin dazzles with refined, nuanced citrus-herbal notes and a subtle, layered sophistication that feels breezy yet elegant. Aldi’s Lacura No.1, while nearly identical on first spray, is brighter and more straightforward, lacking some of the depth and creamy smoothness of the original. Both are fleeting, but Jo Malone's version softens beautifully as it dries down, while Aldi’s stays linear and can feel a touch sharper. Choose Jo Malone for its complexity and prestige, or Aldi for unbeatable value and a cheerful, uncomplicated citrus burst.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Lime Basil & Mandarin
- No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You value a sophisticated, nuanced citrus-herbal scent.
- Prestige and brand cachet matter to you.
- You want a more refined, layered drydown.
- You prefer subtle elegance in your fragrance.
- You want a bargain-priced dupe that smells very close.
- You love bright, uncomplicated citrus.
- You don't mind reapplying throughout the day.
- You seek a fun, everyday scent for any occasion.
The iconic citrus-herbal cologne that defined a genre. Unmatched for sparkling freshness and breezy, modern elegance, but best enjoyed in close quarters due to its fleeting, subtle presence.
Aldi's Lime, Basil & Mandarin delivers an impressively authentic zesty-fresh impression at a fraction of the designer price. It's bright, breezy and effortless, though fleeting-reapply freely for a constant burst of citrus cheer.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Vetiver
52%
vs
29%
Patchouli
47%
vs
52%
Lime
34%
vs
39%
Bergamot
32%
vs
27%
Mandarin
32%
vs
33%
Basil
29%
vs
46%
Thyme
25%
vs
25%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Its effervescent citrus, basil, and green herbal notes shine in warm weather, making it perfect for spring and summer refreshment. The light composition can struggle to cut through colder air, so it is less suited to fall and winter.
Occasions
Low projection and understated citrus-herbal character make it ideal for office, daytime dates, and casual outings, where discretion is key. Its freshness is also great post-exercise or for active wear, but lacks the weight for formal events.
Seasons
Bursting with zesty citrus and uplifting basil, this scent is perfect for spring and summer, offering a crisp breeze of freshness. The light composition feels too airy for cold winter days, while in fall it works as a subtle, clean daytime pick.
Occasions
The discreet projection and clean citrus-herbal profile make it ideal for office, casual and post-workout freshness. It is less suited to formal events or romantic evenings where a richer, more sensual fragrance is expected.
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 7 of its 9 notes, including Patchouli, Vetiver, Lime
Adds lavender and musk, drops iris and lilac
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No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EDP
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