Sauvage Eau de Toilette bottle Sauvage
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2015 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Spirit Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle Spirit Absolute

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sauvage
A modern classic with electrifying freshness and a bold, spicy signature. Instantly recognizable, its crisp citrus and ambroxan punch make it a go-to for those who want to be noticed and remembered.
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Our Verdict - Spirit Absolute
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; it tries to be Sauvage, and for some, it just about hits the mark, offering a budget-friendly dupe. Yet, for others, it falls short, delivering a sweeter, less impactful version that lacks the original's punch.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 17%
Floral 8% 8%
Fruity 2% 2%
Green 6% 6%
Sweet 5% 5%
Warm 26% 25%
Woody 20% 18%
Earthy 13% 12%
Animalic 5% 6%
Fresh 24% 26%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sauvage EdT
Spirit Absolute EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pepper 50% vs 48%
Bergamot 50% vs 51%
Shared Notes
Sichuan Pepper 16% vs 12%
Lavender 15% vs 17%
Pink Pepper 14% vs 12%
Vetiver 13% vs 12%
Patchouli 13% vs 13%
Geranium 13% vs 13%
Elemi 12% vs 16%
Shared Notes
Ambroxan 38% vs 46%
Cedar 32% vs 23%
Labdanum 28% vs 30%

Accords

Sauvage Spirit Absolute
100%
Fresh Spicy
100%
80%
Aromatic
89%
85%
Citrus
60%
60%
Amber
81%
70%
Woody
73%
38%
Musky
61%
Lavender
52%
Balsamic
49%
Herbal
49%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
80%
89%
Citrus shared
85%
60%
Amber shared
60%
81%
Woody shared
70%
73%
Musky shared
38%
61%
52%
49%
49%

Performance

Sauvage Spirit Absolute
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sauvage

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The crisp citrus opening and aromatic freshness make it ideal for spring and summer, while the spicy, woody, and amber base provides enough warmth for cooler autumn days. Its brightness can feel sharp in winter but remains versatile year-round.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Vivid projection and freshness make it superb for casual, daytime, and outdoor settings, as well as sporty activities. Its assertive scent profile can be bold for close office quarters but works well for dates and informal evenings.

Spirit Absolute

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh spicy and aromatic profile lends itself well to casual and everyday wear. While not overly strong, the distinct character might be a bit much for a formal setting but works for some date scenarios.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
98%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
100%
Accord
87%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Amber accords and Lavender, Labdanum notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sauvage
Spirit Absolute
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