ALT. Fragrances Farouche vs Dossier Aromatic Star Anise

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Dior Sauvage.

ALT. Fragrances Farouche — dupe of Dior SauvageDossier Aromatic Star Anise — dupe of Dior Sauvage

Comparison

ALT. Fragrances FaroucheDossier Aromatic Star Anise
Overall rating8.3/10 · 1 review7.9/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/107.2/10
Projection8.0/107.0/10
Scent accuracy8.5/108.4/10
Value for money8.2/108.8/10
Price£39£29
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byDior SauvageDior Sauvage

Notes Comparison

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

ALT. Fragrances Farouche

Top Notes

  • Calabrian Bergamot
  • Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Sichuan Pepper
  • Lavender
  • Pink Pepper
  • Vetiver
  • Patchouli
  • Geranium
  • Elemi

Base Notes

  • Ambroxan
  • Cedar
  • Labdanum

Dossier Aromatic Star Anise

Top Notes

  • Citrus Notes

Heart Notes

  • Lavender
  • Geranium
  • Star Anise

Base Notes

  • Patchouli

Shared Notes

  • Lavender
  • Patchouli
  • Geranium

3 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins ALT. Fragrances Farouche (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins ALT. Fragrances Farouche (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins ALT. Fragrances Farouche (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Dossier Aromatic Star Anise (£29)

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