Fragrances inspired by Molecule 05 Eau de Toilette
The original
Molecule 05
Escentric Molecules
The two side by side
Our verdict
Editor reviewedOur verdict
While both share a cashmeran heart, Molecule 05 offers a refined, woody-musk experience, while Monocline 05 leans into a bolder, almost 'pickle juice' freshness.
What they share
Every one of its 1 notes is in the original, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Choose Monocline 05 when
You enjoy unique and daring fragrances.
Our verdict
While both center on Cashmeran, Molecule 05 offers a refined, minimalist experience, while Esscentric 06 presents a more affordable take.
What they share
Shares 1 of its 6 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds ambroxan and iso e super
Choose Esscentric 06 when
Budget is a primary concern.
What they share
Shares 1 of its 4 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds amber and cedar
What they share
Shares 1 of its 3 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds skin musk and vanilla
What they share
Shares 1 of its 5 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds amber and bergamot
What they share
Shares 1 of its 5 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds jasmine and musk
What they share
Shares 1 of its 3 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds amber and oud
What they share
Shares 1 of its 4 notes, including Cashmeran
The main difference
Adds amber and jasmine
Scent profile
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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Inspired-by fragrances. Not affiliated with, endorsed by or produced by Escentric Molecules. Match scores are our estimate of how alike two perfumes smell, calculated from their published notes, not a measurement. How we score similarity.