Clean Shaven 08 vs Dossier Citrus Neroli

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Tom Ford Neroli Portofino.

At a glance

Clean Shaven 08 costs £14.75 and Dossier Citrus Neroli costs £49, so Clean Shaven 08 is £34.25 cheaper. They share 8 notes out of 10 distinct notes listed across both (80%). Clean Shaven 08 is EDP and listed as masculine, while Dossier Citrus Neroli is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Tom Ford Neroli Portofino.

Clean Shaven 08

Clean Shaven 08 interprets Tom Ford Neroli Portofino, a citrus and neroli composition widely regarded as one of the most consistently praised summer fragrances in the entire Tom Ford private blend range.

Dossier Citrus Neroli

Citrus Neroli is Dossier's interpretation of Tom Ford Neroli Portofino, using neroli, bergamot, mandarin, lemon and orange blossom to create a polished Mediterranean cologne effect.

Clean Shaven 08, dupe of Tom Ford Neroli PortofinoDossier Citrus Neroli, dupe of Tom Ford Neroli Portofino

Comparison

Clean Shaven 08Dossier Citrus Neroli
Overall rating7.0/10 · 1 review7.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity6.0/105.5/10
Projection5.5/105.0/10
Scent accuracy7.8/108.0/10
Value for money8.8/108.5/10
Price£14.75£49
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byTom Ford Neroli PortofinoTom Ford Neroli Portofino

Notes Comparison

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

Clean Shaven 08

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Lemon
  • Mandarin

Heart Notes

  • Neroli
  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Amber
  • Light Woods

Dossier Citrus Neroli

Top Notes

  • Neroli
  • Bergamot
  • Mandarin
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine
  • Lavender

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Lemon
  • Mandarin
  • Neroli
  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine
  • Musk
  • Amber

8 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Clean Shaven 08 lists Light Woods that Dossier Citrus Neroli does not.

Dossier Citrus Neroli lists Lavender that Clean Shaven 08 does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Clean Shaven 08

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Dossier Citrus Neroli

  • Citrus
  • White floral
  • Fresh
  • Aromatic
  • Musky
  • Amber
  • Soapy

Both share Fresh, Amber and Citrus. Clean Shaven 08 also lists Woody, Gourmand, Oriental and Spicy. Dossier Citrus Neroli also lists White floral, Aromatic, Musky and Soapy.

Vibes

Clean Shaven 08

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Light
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental

Dossier Citrus Neroli

  • Clean
  • Bright
  • Elegant
  • Refreshing
  • Mediterranean

Both share Clean. Clean Shaven 08 also lists Fresh, Light, Gourmand and Oriental. Dossier Citrus Neroli also lists Bright, Elegant, Refreshing and Mediterranean.

Occasions

Clean Shaven 08

  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Summer

Dossier Citrus Neroli

  • Summer
  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Holiday
  • After Shower

Both share Daytime, Office and Summer. Dossier Citrus Neroli also lists Holiday and After Shower.

Performance

Clean Shaven 08

  • Office safe

Dossier Citrus Neroli

  • Soft Projection
  • Moderate Longevity
  • Skin Scent

Clean Shaven 08 lists Office safe. Dossier Citrus Neroli lists Soft Projection, Moderate Longevity and Skin Scent.

Style lane

Clean Shaven 08

  • Fresh citrus

Dossier Citrus Neroli

  • Citrus cologne floral

Clean Shaven 08 lists Fresh citrus. Dossier Citrus Neroli lists Citrus cologne floral.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Clean Shaven 08 (6.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Clean Shaven 08 (5.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Citrus Neroli (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Clean Shaven 08 (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 08 (£14.75)

Clean Shaven 08 leads on longevity, projection, value for money and lower price, while Dossier Citrus Neroli leads on scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 08 has 1 community review and Dossier Citrus Neroli has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 08 or Dossier Citrus Neroli?

Clean Shaven 08 costs £14.75 and Dossier Citrus Neroli costs £49, so Clean Shaven 08 is £34.25 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 08 or Dossier Citrus Neroli?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 08 6.0 out of 10 for longevity and Dossier Citrus Neroli 5.5 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 08 rates higher.

Which projects more, Clean Shaven 08 or Dossier Citrus Neroli?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 08 5.5 out of 10 for projection and Dossier Citrus Neroli 5.0 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 08 rates higher.

Which is closer to Tom Ford Neroli Portofino, Clean Shaven 08 or Dossier Citrus Neroli?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 08 7.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Dossier Citrus Neroli 8.0 out of 10, so Dossier Citrus Neroli rates higher.

Which is better value, Clean Shaven 08 or Dossier Citrus Neroli?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 08 8.8 out of 10 for value for money and Dossier Citrus Neroli 8.5 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 08 rates higher.

What notes do Clean Shaven 08 and Dossier Citrus Neroli share?

They share 8 notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Musk and Amber.

Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 08 and Dossier Citrus Neroli?

Clean Shaven 08 is tagged for Daytime, Office and Summer. Dossier Citrus Neroli is tagged for Summer, Daytime, Office, Holiday and After Shower.

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

Compare with the original

  • Tom Ford Neroli Portofino vs Clean Shaven 08
  • Tom Ford Neroli Portofino vs Dossier Citrus Neroli

See the full 08 breakdown

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