ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom vs Oakcha Desert Glass

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Byredo Mojave Ghost.

At a glance

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom costs £39 and Oakcha Desert Glass costs £14.75, so Oakcha Desert Glass is £24.25 cheaper. They share 6 notes out of 8 distinct notes listed across both (75%). Both are inspired by Byredo Mojave Ghost.

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

Desert Phantom is ALT. Fragrances' comparison to Byredo Mojave Ghost, the musky floral built around the real desert shrub of the same name that's become one of Byredo's most enduringly popular releases.

Oakcha Desert Glass

An Extrait de Parfum interpretation of Byredo Mojave Ghost, built by Oakcha to put the desert violet and sandalwood profile of the 2014 niche classic within reach of a wider audience.

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom, dupe of Byredo Mojave GhostOakcha Desert Glass, dupe of Byredo Mojave Ghost

Comparison

ALT. Fragrances Desert PhantomOakcha Desert Glass
Overall rating7.4/10 · 1 reviewNo rating
Longevity6.8/10No rating
Projection6.2/10No rating
Scent accuracy8.2/10No rating
Value for money8.5/10No rating
Price£39£14.75
ConcentrationExtraitNot specified
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byByredo Mojave GhostByredo Mojave Ghost

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

Top Notes

  • Sapodilla
  • Ambrette

Heart Notes

  • Magnolia
  • Violet
  • Sandalwood

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Cedar

Oakcha Desert Glass

Top Notes

  • Ambrette
  • Sapodilla

Heart Notes

  • Violet
  • Sandalwood
  • Magnolia

Base Notes

  • Ambergris
  • Cedarwood

Shared Notes

  • Sapodilla
  • Ambrette
  • Magnolia
  • Violet
  • Sandalwood
  • Ambergris

6 shared notes.

How the notes differ

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom lists Cedar that Oakcha Desert Glass does not.

Oakcha Desert Glass lists Cedarwood that ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

  • Violet

Oakcha Desert Glass

  • Violet

Both share Violet.

Vibes

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

  • Clean
  • Warm

Oakcha Desert Glass

  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Gourmand

Both share Clean and Warm. Oakcha Desert Glass also lists Sweet, Classic and Gourmand.

Occasions

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

  • Signature
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Everyday

Oakcha Desert Glass

  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Warm weather

Both share Daytime and Office. ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom also lists Signature, Social, Spring, Summer and Everyday. Oakcha Desert Glass also lists Evening and Warm weather.

Performance

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

  • Long lasting

Oakcha Desert Glass

  • Long lasting
  • Sillage
  • Skin scent
  • Linear

Both share Long lasting. Oakcha Desert Glass also lists Sillage, Skin scent and Linear.

Style lane

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom

  • Powdery floral

Oakcha Desert Glass

  • Floral woody

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom lists Powdery floral. Oakcha Desert Glass lists Floral woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom (6.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom (6.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Oakcha Desert Glass (£14.75)

Oakcha Desert Glass leads on lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom has 1 community review and Oakcha Desert Glass has 0.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom or Oakcha Desert Glass?

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom costs £39 and Oakcha Desert Glass costs £14.75, so Oakcha Desert Glass is £24.25 cheaper.

What notes do ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom and Oakcha Desert Glass share?

They share 6 notes: Sapodilla, Ambrette, Magnolia, Violet, Sandalwood and Ambergris.

Which occasions suit ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom and Oakcha Desert Glass?

ALT. Fragrances Desert Phantom is tagged for Signature, Social, Daytime, Office, Spring, Summer and Everyday. Oakcha Desert Glass is tagged for Evening, Daytime, Office and Warm weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

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