Is Perfume Parlour Intact Jewel a dupe of Frédéric Malle Uncut Gem?
Uncut Gem EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2022 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Intact Jewel EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Uncut Gem
- Intact Jewel
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Which Should You Buy?
Uncut Gem is a divisive one, splitting opinion between those who love its sharp, modern masculinity and those who find it an abrasive, synthetic rehash. It's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone, but for those it clicks with, it's a confident, everyday signature.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Uncut Gem - Frederic Malle - a citrus fragrance led by Ginger, with warm spicy depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Bergamot
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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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and masculine profile, combined with good longevity and moderate sillage, makes it highly versatile for daily wear, particularly in professional or casual settings. Some find it strong, which might make it less ideal for intimate date nights or very formal events.
Seasons
Reach for it across spring and summer, where the citrus signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.
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 4 of its 14 notes, including Ginger, Bergamot, Mandarin
Adds amber and ambroxan
Where to buy
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Lowest Upfront
$129.95 plus sales tax
Amazon US - 1.7 fl oz (50 ml)
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Best Value
$254.94 plus sales tax
Amazon US - 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) - $75.39/fl oz
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Intact Jewel EDP
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