Armaf Connoisseur Man vs Clean Shaven 21

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y.

Armaf Connoisseur Man — dupe of Yves Saint Laurent YSL YClean Shaven 21 — dupe of Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y

Comparison

Armaf Connoisseur ManClean Shaven 21
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 reviews6.6/10 · 1 reviews
Longevity7.5/105.5/10
Projection7.0/105.0/10
Scent accuracy8.0/107.5/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£40£10.94
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byYves Saint Laurent YSL YYves Saint Laurent YSL Y

Notes Comparison

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

Armaf Connoisseur Man

Top Notes

  • Green Apple
  • Grapefruit
  • Ginger
  • Aldehydes

Heart Notes

  • Geranium
  • Lavender
  • Sage

Base Notes

  • Olibanum
  • Tonka Bean
  • Patchouli
  • Cedar

Clean Shaven 21

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Ginger
  • Apple

Heart Notes

  • Sage
  • Geranium
  • Juniper Berry

Base Notes

  • Vetiver
  • Cedarwood
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amberwood
  • Olibanum

Shared Notes

  • Ginger
  • Geranium
  • Sage
  • Olibanum
  • Tonka Bean

5 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Armaf Connoisseur Man (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Armaf Connoisseur Man (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Armaf Connoisseur Man (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 21 (£10.94)

See the full Connoisseur Man breakdown

See the full 21 breakdown

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