Is Oil Perfumery Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin a dupe of Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin?
Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
| EDC | Concentration | Oil |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1999 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin Oil
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Lime Basil & Mandarin
- Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin
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Which Should You Buy?
The iconic citrus-herbal cologne that defined a genre. Unmatched for sparkling freshness and breezy, modern elegance, but best enjoyed in close quarters due to its fleeting, subtle presence.
Light and invigorating with a distinctive basil aroma, it's perfect for warm weather and casual occasions.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Core Notes
Core Notes
Top Notes
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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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Its effervescent citrus, basil, and green herbal notes shine in warm weather, making it perfect for spring and summer refreshment. The light composition can struggle to cut through colder air, so it is less suited to fall and winter.
Occasions
Low projection and understated citrus-herbal character make it ideal for office, daytime dates, and casual outings, where discretion is key. Its freshness is also great post-exercise or for active wear, but lacks the weight for formal events.
Seasons
The fresh citrus and aromatic basil make this suitable for spring and summer. Its lightness is less suited for colder weather.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile is perfect for office and casual use. It's less impactful for formal events and sports.
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 6 of its 9 notes, including Thyme, Patchouli, Vetiver
Adds amberwood and jasmine, drops bergamot and iris
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