Is Perfume Parlour Wood Citrus Leaf a dupe of Mancera Aoud Lemon Mint?

Aoud Lemon Mint EDP

Mancera by Pierre Montale Original Acquired

Wood Citrus Leaf EDP

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Aoud Lemon Mint Eau de Parfum bottle Aoud Lemon Mint EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2016 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Wood Citrus Leaf Eau de Parfum bottle Wood Citrus Leaf EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aoud Lemon Mint EDP
This one sparks strong opinions - you'll either love it or hate it, with very little middle ground. Many call it a unique compliment-getter, while others find it a scrubber. Definitely don't blind buy; sample it and see which camp you fall into.
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Our Verdict - Wood Citrus Leaf EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Mancera Aoud Lemon Mint - a woody fragrance led by Mandarin Orange, Almond, Pepper, with citrus depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Aoud Lemon Mint EDP A Wood Citrus Leaf 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
Aoud Lemon Mint EDP
Wood Citrus Leaf EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Coriander 28% vs 19%
Almond 28% vs 26%
Vetiver 24% vs 23%
Pepper 23% vs 23%
Amber 16% vs 19%
Vanilla 14% vs 30%
Musk 10% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Coriander 28% vs 19%
Almond 28% vs 26%
Pepper 23% vs 23%
Only in Aoud Lemon Mint
Lemon 19%
Only in Wood Citrus Leaf
Mandarin 30%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 24% vs 23%
Amber 16% vs 19%
Vanilla 14% vs 30%
Musk 10% vs 26%
Only in Aoud Lemon Mint
Leather 33%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Aoud Lemon Mint Wood Citrus Leaf
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Aoud Lemon Mint

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, though appreciated by many, make it less suitable for formal or office settings where subtlety is key. Conversely, its unique profile and enthusiastic compliments from reviewers suggest it's a solid choice for casual outings and dates, even adaptable for sport due to its bold freshness.

Wood Citrus Leaf

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the woody, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the woody 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.

Overall scent match
54%
Key Similarities

Shares 7 of its 11 notes, including Amber, Vetiver, Musk

Key Differences

Adds jasmine and mandarin, drops leather and lemon

Where to buy

Aoud Lemon Mint EDP
Wood Citrus Leaf EDP

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