Oudologist vs the Originals: Can You Tell the Difference?

Designer-Level Luxury. Alcohol-Free Formula. Fraction of the Price.

When it comes to luxury fragrance, most consumers are paying for branding, packaging, and alcohol-based dilution. At Oudologist, we recreate the soul of your favorite scents using concentrated oils that are skin-safe, long-lasting, and affordable.

Let’s compare every Oudologist oil to the designer inspiration behind it—head to head on scent profile, longevity, and price.

1. Cognac (Inspired by Angel’s Share by Kilian)

• Top Notes: Cognac vs. Cognac Accord

• Middle: Cinnamon, Oakwood vs. Spiced Cinnamon, Tonka

• Base: Praline, Vanilla, Sandalwood vs. Vanilla, Toasted Oak

• Longevity: Oudologist 10+ hrs – Kilian 6–8 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £20 (15ml oil) vs Kilian £175 (50ml EDP)

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2. Paris (Inspired by Baccarat Rouge 540 by MFK)

• Top Notes: Saffron, Jasmine vs. Saffron, Jasmine

• Middle: Amberwood vs. Ambergris, Woody Ambers

• Base: Cedarwood, Fir Resin vs. Cedarwood, Musk

• Longevity: Oudologist 8–10 hrs – MFK 6 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £35 (30ml body oil) vs MFK £320 (70ml EDP)

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3. Abu Dhabi (Inspired by Side Effect by Initio)

• Top Notes: Cinnamon, Rum vs. Rum, Tobacco

• Middle: Tobacco, Saffron vs. Cinnamon, Vanilla

• Base: Vanilla, Sandalwood vs. Leather, Amber

• Longevity: Oudologist 9–11 hrs – Initio 6–8 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £35 (30ml body oil) vs Initio £195 (90ml EDP)

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4. Colombo (Inspired by Hibiscus Mahajad by Maison Crivelli)

• Top Notes: Hibiscus, Citrus vs. Hibiscus Tea, Spicy Citrus

• Middle: Exotic Woods, Spices vs. Vanilla Orchid, Rose

• Base: Amber, Vanilla, Musk vs. Musk, Resin

• Longevity: Oudologist 9+ hrs – Crivelli 5–7 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £20 (15ml oil) vs Crivelli £180 (100ml EDP)

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5. Istanbul (Inspired by Hundred Silent Ways by Nishane)

• Top Notes: Tuberose, Peach, Mandarin vs. Peach, White Florals

• Middle: Gardenia, Jasmine, Orris vs. Jasmine, Vanilla

• Base: Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver vs. Creamy Musk, Vanilla

• Longevity: Oudologist 8+ hrs – Nishane 7 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £35 (30ml body oil) vs Nishane £200 (50ml extrait)

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6. Marrakech (Inspired by Ombre Nomade by Louis Vuitton)

• Top Notes: Raspberry, Rose vs. Raspberry, Rose

• Middle: Oud, Saffron vs. Agarwood, Incense

• Base: Amber, Leather vs. Birch, Benzoin

• Longevity: Oudologist 10+ hrs – LV 6–8 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £55 (50ml oil) vs Louis Vuitton £325 (100ml EDP)

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7. London (Inspired by Halfeti by Penhaligon’s)

• Top Notes: Grapefruit, Saffron, Cypress vs. Grapefruit, Rose

• Middle: Rose, Leather, Oud vs. Spices, Leather

• Base: Tonka, Amber, Oud vs. Amber, Woods

• Longevity: Oudologist 10+ hrs – Halfeti 6 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £55 (50ml oil) vs Penhaligon’s £204 (100ml EDP)

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8. Riyadh (Inspired by Arabians Tonka by Montale)

• Top Notes: Saffron, Bergamot vs. Saffron, Spices

• Middle: Oud, Rose, Tonka vs. Rose, Oud, Tonka Bean

• Base: Sugar, Amber, Musk vs. Amber, Vanilla, White Musk

• Longevity: Oudologist 10+ hrs – Montale 7–8 hrs

• Price: Oudologist £55 (50ml oil) vs Montale £140 (100ml EDP)

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Closing Thoughts

Every Oudologist fragrance is inspired by icons—but designed for you. If you want the luxury experience without the price tag, irritation, or fade-out by 3pm, these oils are your new signature.

Plus, you get more than just scent. You get skincare-level ingredients, elegant packaging, and performance that rivals the best in the industry.

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