Is Perfume Parlour Elixir Absolu Intense a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir Absolu?

Elixir Absolu Intense EDP

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Elixir Absolu Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Elixir Absolu Intense EDP
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Where they differ

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Le Male Elixir Absolu Parfum
A seductive evolution of the Le Male DNA, Elixir Absolu is a powerhouse of creamy tonka, juicy plum, and glowing amber with an addictive spicy edge. Not for the shy, this is a statement scent for cool nights and stylish impact.
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Our Verdict - Elixir Absolu Intense EDP
Elixir Absolu Intense follows Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male Elixir Absolu, the smoother, plummier evolution of the gourmand powerhouse. The dark plum opening over lavender, tonka and benzoin reads recognisably, though the dupe flattens the refined balsamic depth and fades faster than the original.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Le Male Elixir Absolu Parfum A Elixir Absolu Intense EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Le Male Elixir Absolu Parfum
Elixir Absolu Intense EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 52% vs 30%
Benzoin 47% vs 25%
Lavender 39% vs 41%
Davana 30% vs 32%
Artemisia 29% vs 26%
Plum 27% vs 32%
Cinnamon 26% vs 24%
Cardamom 25% vs 22%
Bergamot 21% vs 20%
Only in Elixir Absolu Intense
Patchouli 23% Labdanum 21%
Shared Notes
Plum 27% vs 32%
Cinnamon 26% vs 24%
Cardamom 25% vs 22%
Bergamot 21% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Lavender 39% vs 41%
Davana 30% vs 32%
Artemisia 29% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 52% vs 30%
Benzoin 47% vs 25%
Only in Elixir Absolu Intense
Patchouli 23% Labdanum 21%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Le Male Elixir Absolu Elixir Absolu Intense
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Le Male Elixir Absolu

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Its dense amber, tonka and spicy character makes this ideal for cold or crisp weather, lending itself best to autumn and winter. The warmth may be cloying in summer but can work in early spring evenings.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

The bold projection and sensual sweetness make it stand out for date nights and formal evenings. It is a bit too assertive for the office or athletic settings, but can work for stylish casual wear.

Elixir Absolu Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The plummy balsamic gourmand warmth is built for autumn and winter and turns heavy in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Sweet and seductive, it shines for dates, evenings and dressier nights; the rich signature suits cosy occasions over the office.

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
88%
Key Similarities

Shares 9 of its 11 notes, including Cardamom, Bergamot, Benzoin

Key Differences

Adds labdanum and patchouli

Where to buy

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Elixir Absolu Intense EDP

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