Is Perfumes Zag Zodiak 146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man a dupe of Rabanne Ultraviolet Man?

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Ultraviolet Man Eau de Toilette bottle Ultraviolet Man EDT
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146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man Eau de Parfum bottle 146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man EDP
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Where they differ

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ultraviolet Man EDT
This early noughties trailblazer is still turning heads, delivering a unique, synthetic yet captivating blend. While some lament reformulations have dimmed its performance, its fresh-sweet-spicy character remains a cult favourite for its futuristic charm.
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Our Verdict - 146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man EDP
146 UL is a simplified take on Rabanne Ultraviolet's floral-amber signature, with the mint-vetiver-vanilla frame present but far less layered and shorter-lasting than the original.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Ultraviolet Man EDT A 146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man 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
Ultraviolet Man EDT
146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man EDP

Notes

Ultraviolet Man
146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man

Heart Notes

Shared Notes
Oakmoss 50% vs 48%
Amber 50% vs 46%
Mint 50% vs 53%
Vanilla 49% vs 52%
Vetiver 35% vs 52%
Pepper 32% vs 47%
Only in Ultraviolet Man
Spicy Notes 32%
Shared Notes
Amber 50% vs 46%
Mint 50% vs 53%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 35% vs 52%
Pepper 32% vs 47%
Only in Ultraviolet Man
Spicy Notes 32%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 50% vs 48%
Vanilla 49% vs 52%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Ultraviolet Man 146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Ultraviolet Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and fresh, yet sweet and spicy profile makes it versatile for casual wear and dates, as many reviews highlight its 'sexy' and 'seductive' qualities. However, the unique, sometimes synthetic character and variable performance make it less ideal for formal settings or sports.

146 Rabanne Ultraviolet Man

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A warm amber-woody build that suits autumn and winter evenings best.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

Best for evenings and date nights; a touch heavy for 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
92%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 6 notes is in the original, including Mint, Amber, Vetiver

Key Differences

Without spicy notes

Where to buy

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