Is Armaf Hunter Intense a dupe of Dior Sauvage?

Sauvage Parfum

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Hunter Intense EDP

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Sauvage Parfum bottle Sauvage Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2019 Year -
$$ Price Tier $
Hunter Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Hunter Intense EDP
Our Verdict

Sauvage Parfum offers a refined, creamy take on the original, while Hunter Intense is a budget-friendly blend reminiscent of both Sauvage and Invictus. The key difference lies in the quality and smoothness; Sauvage boasts natural ingredients and masterful blending, justifying its premium price. Hunter Intense, though mass-appealing, leans synthetic. If you prioritize depth, sophistication, and longevity, Sauvage is the clear winner. However, if you seek an affordable, versatile, and compliment-getting scent without breaking the bank, Hunter Intense is a solid choice.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Sauvage Parfum ScentArt View Liquid → Sauvage Parfum
Hunter Intense Eau de Parfum ScentArt View Liquid → Hunter Intense EDP

Which Should You Buy?

Choose Sauvage if...
  • You want a long-lasting, high-quality fragrance.
  • You appreciate natural ingredients and expert blending.
  • You prefer a smoother, more refined scent profile.
  • You want a fragrance with a touch of vanilla sweetness.
Choose Hunter Intense if...
  • Your budget is a primary concern.
  • You enjoy fresh, spicy, and mass-appealing scents.
  • You want a versatile everyday fragrance.
  • You like the Invictus and Sauvage DNA mashup.
Our Verdict - Sauvage Parfum
Sauvage Parfum is a polished evolution of the Sauvage DNA, smoothing the edges with creamy woods and vanilla while retaining the signature freshness. It's bold, inviting, and commands attention with grown-up refinement.
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Our Verdict - Hunter Intense EDP
Zesty, spiced and fresh, in the Sauvage and Invictus mould. Bergamot, pomelo and mandarin lead, lavender and ylang-ylang fill the middle, and pepper with cardamom sits in the base.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Sauvage Parfum A Hunter Intense 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 Parfum
Hunter Intense EDP

Notes

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 Hunter Intense
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sauvage

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The creamy sandalwood, resins, and vanilla give Sauvage Parfum a warm, enveloping character that excels in fall and winter, but the citrus opening allows it to work well in spring. It can be too dense and sweet for the hottest summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and elegant composition make it versatile for dates and casual evenings, while the richness is slightly bold for close-quarters office or sport. It can suit formal events if applied judiciously.

Hunter Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Pomelo, bergamot and lavender suit summer, spring and autumn alike. The spice offers only a little warmth for winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal Sport

Fresh, spicy and lively, it suits sport, casual days and the office. It is not refined enough for formal events.

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
17%
Key Similarities

Shares 3 of its 12 notes, including Bergamot, Mandarin, Lavender

Key Differences

Adds ambroxan and elemi, drops cardamom and geranium

Where to buy

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