Clean Shaven 03 vs Dossier Citrus Ginger

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.

At a glance

Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75 and Dossier Citrus Ginger costs £29, so Clean Shaven 03 is £14.25 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 12 distinct notes listed across both (17%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.

Clean Shaven 03

Clean Shaven 03 is the house's take on Bleu de Chanel, one of the best selling men's fragrances in the world, and the comparison is stated directly by the brand itself on the product page rather than inferred from note matching.

Dossier Citrus Ginger

Citrus Ginger is Dossier’s polished, timeless interpretation of Chanel Bleu de Chanel, built around minty citrus freshness, fizzy ginger spice, and a sophisticated woody base that feels clean, elegant, and unmistakably masculine.

Clean Shaven 03, dupe of Chanel Bleu de ChanelDossier Citrus Ginger, dupe of Chanel Bleu de Chanel

Comparison

Clean Shaven 03Dossier Citrus Ginger
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.0/10
Projection6.5/106.5/10
Scent accuracy8.2/108.5/10
Value for money8.8/108.5/10
Price£14.75£29
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byChanel Bleu de ChanelChanel Bleu de Chanel

Notes Comparison

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

Clean Shaven 03

Top Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Lemon
  • Mint

Heart Notes

  • Ginger
  • Nutmeg
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • Cedarwood
  • Labdanum

Dossier Citrus Ginger

Top Notes

  • Mint
  • Ginger
  • Lemon Zest

Heart Notes

  • Woody Notes

Base Notes

  • Spices

Shared Notes

  • Mint
  • Ginger

2 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Clean Shaven 03 lists Grapefruit, Lemon, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Cedarwood and Labdanum that Dossier Citrus Ginger does not.

Dossier Citrus Ginger lists Lemon Zest, Woody Notes and Spices that Clean Shaven 03 does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Clean Shaven 03

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Aromatic
  • Incense

Dossier Citrus Ginger

  • Woody
  • Citrus
  • Aromatic
  • Spicy

Both share Woody, Citrus and Aromatic. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Fresh, Amber and Incense. Dossier Citrus Ginger also lists Spicy.

Vibes

Clean Shaven 03

  • Fresh
  • Clean

Dossier Citrus Ginger

  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Powerful
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Luxurious

Both share Clean. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Fresh. Dossier Citrus Ginger also lists Elegant, Powerful, Sophisticated, Modern, Masculine and Luxurious.

Occasions

Clean Shaven 03

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Office

Dossier Citrus Ginger

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Formal
  • Daily
  • Year-round
  • Smart casual

Both share Signature, Evening and Office. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Daytime. Dossier Citrus Ginger also lists Casual, Formal, Daily, Year-round and Smart casual.

Performance

Clean Shaven 03

  • Versatile

Dossier Citrus Ginger

  • Versatile
  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Both share Versatile. Dossier Citrus Ginger also lists Powerful and Subtle.

Style lane

Clean Shaven 03

  • Woody aromatic

Dossier Citrus Ginger

  • Woody aromatic

Both share Woody aromatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Tie (6.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Citrus Ginger (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (£14.75)

Clean Shaven 03 leads on longevity, value for money and lower price, while Dossier Citrus Ginger leads on scent accuracy. They are level on projection.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 03 has 1 community review and Dossier Citrus Ginger has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 03 or Dossier Citrus Ginger?

Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75 and Dossier Citrus Ginger costs £29, so Clean Shaven 03 is £14.25 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 03 or Dossier Citrus Ginger?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Dossier Citrus Ginger 7.0 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.

Which projects more, Clean Shaven 03 or Dossier Citrus Ginger?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 6.5 out of 10 for projection and Dossier Citrus Ginger 6.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is closer to Chanel Bleu de Chanel, Clean Shaven 03 or Dossier Citrus Ginger?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 8.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Dossier Citrus Ginger 8.5 out of 10, so Dossier Citrus Ginger rates higher.

Which is better value, Clean Shaven 03 or Dossier Citrus Ginger?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 8.8 out of 10 for value for money and Dossier Citrus Ginger 8.5 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.

What notes do Clean Shaven 03 and Dossier Citrus Ginger share?

They share 2 notes: Mint and Ginger.

Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 03 and Dossier Citrus Ginger?

Clean Shaven 03 is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime and Office. Dossier Citrus Ginger is tagged for Signature, Evening, Casual, Office, Formal, Daily, Year-round and Smart casual.

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

Compare with the original

  • Chanel Bleu de Chanel vs Clean Shaven 03
  • Chanel Bleu de Chanel vs Dossier Citrus Ginger

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