Eau Sauvage Parfum bottle Eau Sauvage
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2017 Year 1992
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Heritage Eau de Toilette bottle Heritage

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Eau Sauvage Parfum
A timeless, impeccably blended barbershop citrus-woody that radiates masculine elegance and composure. Eau Sauvage Parfum is a modern classic for the discerning gentleman who values refinement over flash.
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Our Verdict - Heritage Eau de Toilette
This is Guerlain's undisputed masterpiece. A classic that remains both timeless and polarising; a blend of old-school charm and modern sophistication. It's not for everyone, but if you get it, you *get* it.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 8%
Floral 16% 20%
Fruity 5% 1%
Green 17% 15%
Sweet 12% 11%
Warm 12% 12%
Woody 16% 22%
Earthy 18% 14%
Animalic 8% 6%
Fresh 17% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Eau Sauvage Parfum
Heritage EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Oakmoss 27% vs 19%
Musk 23% vs 16%
Amber 21% vs 21%
Only in Eau Sauvage Parfum
Vetiver 27%
Only in Heritage Eau de Toilette
Sandalwood 25% Cedar 18%

Accords

Eau Sauvage Parfum Heritage Eau de Toilette
100%
Citrus
47%
85%
Woody
100%
80%
Aromatic
89%
60%
Fresh Spicy
71%
60%
Resinous
40%
Powdery
60%
Patchouli
56%
Earthy
52%
Lavender
51%
Floral
48%
Citrus shared
100%
47%
Woody shared
85%
100%
Aromatic shared
80%
89%
Fresh Spicy shared
60%
71%
60%
Powdery shared
40%
60%
56%
52%
51%
48%

Performance

Eau Sauvage Parfum Heritage Eau de Toilette
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Eau Sauvage Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Bright citrus and aromatic freshness make Eau Sauvage Parfum ideal for spring and summer, but the resinous, woody base adds enough depth for crisp fall days. Its radiance fades in the cold, making it less suited to winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Moderate projection and refined character make it an excellent office and formal scent, classy and never overwhelming. Its sophisticated freshness also works for casual outings and day dates, but it's not designed for sporty or ultra-relaxed scenarios.

Heritage Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Heritage isn't an everyday casual scent; its refined, woody-aromatic character and strong longevity make it more suitable for formal events and romantic evenings. While some find it office-appropriate in small doses, its complexity leans away from a relaxed, sporty vibe.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
89%
Accord
72%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Lavender, Orris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Eau Sauvage Parfum
Heritage Eau de Toilette
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