Is Perfume Parlour Second Intrinsic a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Gaultier²?
Gaultier² EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Second Intrinsic EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Gaultier²
- Second Intrinsic
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
Seriously divisive. Some say it's a spot-on recreation of a beloved classic, others are fuming about the changes. If you cherish the original, sample with extreme caution before buying this one. If you're new to it, expect a pleasant, warm, and comforting scent.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Jean Paul Gaultier II - a floral fragrance led by Jasmine, with woody depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 warm, sensual nature makes it ideal for dates and comfortable casual wear. While some find it subtle enough for office, the amber and powdery accords can be a bit much for professional settings. It's definitely not a sport scent.
Seasons
The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its floral, woody signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
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.
Every one of its 3 notes is in the original, including Jasmine, Sandalwood, Ambergris
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Second Intrinsic EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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