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Which Should You Buy?
Cedrus offers clean, woody freshness with undeniable elegance, though its subtle presence is often criticised. A divisive scent, some hail it as a signature, while others lament its fleeting performance and whisper-soft sillage. Try before you buy, but expect understated chic.
This one's a smooth operator, inspired by a spiky original but dialled down for wider appeal. It's garnered seriously positive attention for being more wearable and less aggressive, making it a surprisingly versatile crowd-pleaser despite its controversial 'clone' status.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 18% |
| Sweet | 6% | 1% |
| Warm | 13% | 23% |
| Woody | 56% | 48% |
| Earthy | 32% | 28% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 3% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive, and often described 'skin-like' nature makes it perfect for office environments and casual wear where subtlety is key. However, its generally poor longevity and intimate projection mean it struggles for impact on dates or formal events, despite its elegant composition.
Seasons
Occasions
Its smoother, more approachable woody-aromatic character makes it suitable for office wear without being intrusive, while its sophistication elevates it for dates and formal events. The woody profile isn't typically suited for sport, however.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy accords and Woody, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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