Is Oil Perfumery Guerlain Samsara a dupe of Guerlain Samsara?

Samsara EDP

Guerlain by Jean-Paul Guerlain Original Acquired

Guerlain Samsara Oil

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Samsara Eau de Parfum bottle Samsara EDP
EDP Concentration Oil
F Gender F
1989 Year 2020
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Samsara EDP
A legendary scent that's loved, longed for, and occasionally loathed. Vintage bottles are considered masterpieces, while newer formulations are seen as a shadow of their former glory. It's truly a perfume that transcends mere fragrance, provoking strong emotional connections.
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Our Verdict - Guerlain Samsara Oil
A masterful blend of sandalwood and jasmine, it's both elegant and enduring - a signature scent for cooler months.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Samsara EDP A Guerlain Samsara Oil B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Samsara EDP
Guerlain Samsara Oil

Notes

Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 29% vs 58%
Sandalwood 26% vs 41%
Vanilla 19% vs 20%
Iris 18% vs 25%
Jasmine 18% vs 56%
Tonka Bean 18% vs 12%
Bergamot 17% vs 41%
Narcissus 16% vs 25%
Violet 15% vs 18%
Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 29% vs 58%
Bergamot 17% vs 41%
Only in Samsara
Peach 19% Green Notes 17% Lemon 16%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 18% vs 56%
Narcissus 16% vs 25%
Violet 15% vs 18%
Only in Samsara
Iris 19% Rose 15%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 26% vs 41%
Vanilla 19% vs 20%
Tonka Bean 18% vs 12%
Only in Samsara
Amber 18% Musk 16%
Only in Guerlain Samsara
Iris 25%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Samsara Guerlain Samsara
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Samsara

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Samsara is best suited for evenings and special occasions where its rich complexity can shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual daily wear or the office, but perfect for making a memorable impression on a date or at a formal event.

Guerlain Samsara

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The rich floral and woody notes make it perfect for cooler and transitional seasons like spring and fall, while its deep base allows it to perform well in winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Samsara's luxurious and elegant profile makes it suitable for formal occasions and dates, while its rich projection may be a bit much for office or sport settings.

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
66%
Key Similarities

Shares 9 of its 15 notes, including Bergamot, Jasmine, Sandalwood

Key Differences

Adds amber and green notes

Where to buy

Samsara EDP
Guerlain Samsara Oil
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