Ambroxan fragrances and their dupes
Ambroxan is a base note that smells dry, mineral and radiant, a modern amber-woody note that smells clean, salty and almost skin-like. The closest ambroxan dupe in our data is Montagne Parfums Moi?, an 88% note match for Glossier Glossier You, at $40 instead of $78.
What ambroxan smells like
Dry, mineral and radiant, a modern amber-woody note that smells clean, salty and almost skin-like. It is the source of that magnetic, hard-to-place glow in many modern scents.
Ambroxan is a powerful synthetic that projects and lasts, which is why it dominates contemporary designer perfumery. Because it is a single defined molecule, a dupe built around ambroxan can get very close to the original.
In the fragrance pyramid, ambroxan is typically a base note in the amber family.
The 6 fragrances we track with ambroxan, and their dupes
Ranked by note match. Average match 82%, average saving $125 a bottle. A ✓ marks a dupe that shares the ambroxan note itself.
Ambroxan in fragrance, answered
What does ambroxan smell like in perfume?
Dry, mineral and radiant, a modern amber-woody note that smells clean, salty and almost skin-like. It is the source of that magnetic, hard-to-place glow in many modern scents. Ambroxan is a powerful synthetic that projects and lasts, which is why it dominates contemporary designer perfumery. Because it is a single defined molecule, a dupe built around ambroxan can get very close to the original.
Is ambroxan a top, heart or base note?
Ambroxan usually sits as a base note, in the amber family. Base notes last longest and anchor the dry-down for hours.
What is the closest ambroxan fragrance dupe?
Montagne Parfums Moi?, an 88% note match for Glossier You, at $40 instead of $78.
What is the cheapest ambroxan dupe?
Zara 4mbr0x at $26, a dupe for Le Labo Another 13.
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