Is Oakcha Secret Lagoon a dupe of Creed Viking Cologne?
Viking Cologne EDC
| EDC | Concentration | Extrait |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2021 | Year | - |
| $$$$$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Secret Lagoon Extrait
Viking Cologne offers a classically masculine barbershop vibe, while Secret Lagoon leans into a tropical, vacation-inspired experience. Viking Cologne, despite being a cologne, has a reputation for better performance, although this is subjective. Secret Lagoon, on the other hand, is a budget-friendly option with a shorter lifespan. The key difference lies in their scent profiles: choose Viking Cologne for a sophisticated, fresh-spicy experience or Secret Lagoon for a sweet, citrusy-coconut getaway. Consider your budget and desired longevity when making your choice.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Viking Cologne
- Secret Lagoon
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a more traditional, masculine fragrance.
- Longevity is a key factor for you.
- You enjoy fresh spicy and woody scents.
- You appreciate high-quality ingredients and craftsmanship.
- You want a budget-friendly tropical scent.
- You love coconut and sweet citrus notes.
- You prefer a lighter, less intense fragrance.
- You want something perfect for summer holidays.
Mandarin, lemon and pink pepper lead into lavender, geranium and rosemary, ending on vetiver, cedar and sandalwood. A fresh, barbershop-style fougère for daytime.
A beach-bar cocktail of a scent, bright and boozy, made for summer holidays and warm evenings. Lime and coconut set the scene, rum and sugar cane close it.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Mandarin
11%
vs
6%
Bergamot
8%
vs
9%
Vetiver
12% share of the perfume
Lemon
12% share of the perfume
Lavender
11% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
9% share of the perfume
Rosemary
8% share of the perfume
Cedar
7% share of the perfume
Frankincense
6% share of the perfume
Geranium
5% share of the perfume
Patchouli
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
2% share of the perfume
Sage
2% share of the perfume
Nutmeg
1% share of the perfume
Lime
13% share of the perfume
Coconut
13% share of the perfume
Rum
12% share of the perfume
Sugar Cane
10% share of the perfume
Hibiscus
8% share of the perfume
Musk
8% share of the perfume
Ylang-Ylang
8% share of the perfume
Jasmine
7% share of the perfume
Ginger
6% share of the perfume
Vetiver
12% share of the perfume
Cedar
7% share of the perfume
Frankincense
6% share of the perfume
Patchouli
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
2% share of the perfume
Rum
12% share of the perfume
Sugar Cane
10% share of the perfume
Musk
8% 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
Citrus, lavender and rosemary are made for spring and summer. The woods and frankincense give it enough body for a cool autumn day.
Occasions
Clean and herbal, it is a safe pick for the office, the gym and casual days. It lacks the depth for a formal night.
Seasons
Lime, coconut and rum are made for the heat: summer first, then spring. In autumn and winter it feels out of place.
Occasions
Bright and relaxed, it suits casual days, holidays and light activity. It is too playful for the office or 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.
Shares 2 of its 11 notes, including Mandarin, Bergamot
Adds coconut and ginger, drops cedar and frankincense
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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