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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a proper head-scratcher. It's a polarising perfume, with some hailing its fresh, minty punch and others running for the hills from its 'pissy' or 'barnyard' undertones. Performance is a common complaint, so don't expect it to last for much more than a few hours.
JPG88 gets the crisp mint-lavender freshness that opens Le Beau Male right, but the single-note musk base is a much plainer finish than the original's smoother, more rounded drydown.
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aromatic nature leans towards casual wear, particularly in warmer weather. While some find it suitable for the office due to its eventual skin-scent performance, its divisive opening and poor longevity make it less ideal for formal or date settings where sustained presence is desired. It performs well as a quick summer pick-me-up or for sport.
Seasons
A bright minty-fresh scent suited to warm weather and daytime wear.
Occasions
Casual and sporty enough for everyday and active wear, less suited to formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean aromatic, fresh spicy, musky
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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