Fragrances inspired by Masculin Eau de Parfum

The original Masculin Bourjois
Inspired by Manly Perfume Parlour

The two side by side

ScentArt fingerprint for Masculin
ScentArt fingerprint for Manly
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Our verdict

Editor reviewed

What they share

Shares 2 of its 10 notes, including Musk, Bergamot

The main difference

Adds basil and caraway, drops carnation and coriander

What they share

Shares 3 of its 10 notes, including Carnation, Lavender, Tonka Bean

The main difference

Adds cyclamen and floral notes, drops bergamot and coriander

What they share

Shares 5 of its 11 notes, including Musk, Bergamot, Oakmoss

The main difference

Adds amber and juniper, drops coriander and lavender

What they share

Shares 6 of its 14 notes, including Bergamot, Oakmoss, Geranium

The main difference

Adds amber and chamomile, drops coriander and leather

What they share

Shares 9 of its 21 notes, including Leather, Musk, Bergamot

The main difference

Adds amber and anise, drops lemon

What they share

Shares 6 of its 14 notes, including Musk, Bergamot, Lemon

The main difference

Adds amber and cedar, drops coriander and leather

What they share

Shares 5 of its 10 notes, including Lavender, Musk, Carnation

The main difference

Adds bergamot and coriander, drops amber and cedar

What they share

Shares 6 of its 14 notes, including Bergamot, Oakmoss, Geranium

The main difference

Adds amber and chamomile, drops coriander and leather

Scent profile

Masculin EDP the original Manly EDP inspired by

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How we judge a match

We score each pairing on the two fragrance profiles: shared accords, overlapping notes, longevity and projection, and the occasions each suits. A good inspired-by scent captures the original's character rather than copying it molecule for molecule.

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