Is Perfume Parlour Citrus Herb a dupe of Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin?
Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 1999 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Citrus Herb EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Lime Basil & Mandarin
- Citrus Herb
- in both
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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.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Lime, Mandarine & Basil. Built around Lime, Basil, Caraway, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Lime, Mandarine & Basil.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
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
Best in spring and summer - the citrus, aromatic profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the citrus accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
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 2 of its 3 notes, including Lime, Basil
Adds caraway, drops bergamot and iris
Where to buy
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$200.00 plus sales tax
Fragrance365 - 3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
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Best Value
$200.00 plus sales tax
Fragrance365 - 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) - $59.15/fl oz
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Citrus Herb EDP
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