Clean Shaven 10 vs Dossier Ambery Saffron

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.

At a glance

Clean Shaven 10 costs £13.86 and Dossier Ambery Saffron costs £20, so Clean Shaven 10 is £6.14 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 11 distinct notes listed across both (36%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.

Clean Shaven 10

Clean Shaven 10 interprets Baccarat Rouge 540, the Maison Francis Kurkdjian release that became one of the most widely copied and most discussed fragrances of the last decade, spawning dupe versions from nearly every value fragrance house in the market.

Dossier Ambery Saffron

Ambery Saffron is Dossier’s rich, radiant interpretation of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540, built around glowing saffron heat, polished cedar diffusion, and a smooth ambered mineral warmth that feels addictive, modern, and unmistakably statement driven.

Clean Shaven 10, dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Dossier Ambery Saffron, dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Comparison

Clean Shaven 10Dossier Ambery Saffron
Overall rating7.7/10 · 1 review8.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.5/10
Projection7.0/108.0/10
Scent accuracy7.5/108.5/10
Value for money8.5/109.0/10
Price£13.86£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Notes Comparison

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

Clean Shaven 10

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Orange Blossom

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Cedarwood

Base Notes

  • Amberwood
  • Ambergris
  • Fir Resin

Dossier Ambery Saffron

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Orange Blossom

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Plum
  • Cedarwood

Base Notes

  • Oakmoss
  • Fir Balsam
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine
  • Cedarwood

4 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Clean Shaven 10 lists Amberwood, Ambergris and Fir Resin that Dossier Ambery Saffron does not.

Dossier Ambery Saffron lists Plum, Oakmoss, Fir Balsam and Amber that Clean Shaven 10 does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Clean Shaven 10

  • Sweet
  • Amber
  • Gourmand
  • Metallic
  • Resinous

Dossier Ambery Saffron

  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Gourmand
  • Mineral
  • Resinous
  • Oakmoss
  • Spicy

Both share Amber, Gourmand and Resinous. Clean Shaven 10 also lists Sweet and Metallic. Dossier Ambery Saffron also lists Woody, Mineral, Oakmoss and Spicy.

Vibes

Clean Shaven 10

  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Gourmand

Dossier Ambery Saffron

  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand
  • Luxurious

Both share Warm and Gourmand. Clean Shaven 10 also lists Clean and Sweet. Dossier Ambery Saffron also lists Modern and Luxurious.

Occasions

Clean Shaven 10

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Special occasion

Dossier Ambery Saffron

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Daily
  • Colder weather

Both share Signature and Evening. Clean Shaven 10 also lists Special occasion. Dossier Ambery Saffron also lists Social, Daily and Colder weather.

Performance

Clean Shaven 10

  • Sillage

Dossier Ambery Saffron

  • Versatile
  • Sillage

Both share Sillage. Dossier Ambery Saffron also lists Versatile.

Style lane

Clean Shaven 10

  • Warm amber

Dossier Ambery Saffron

  • Amber woody

Clean Shaven 10 lists Warm amber. Dossier Ambery Saffron lists Amber woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Dossier Ambery Saffron (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Dossier Ambery Saffron (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Dossier Ambery Saffron (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 10 (£13.86)

Clean Shaven 10 leads on lower price, while Dossier Ambery Saffron leads on projection, scent accuracy and value for money. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 10 has 1 community review and Dossier Ambery Saffron has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 10 or Dossier Ambery Saffron?

Clean Shaven 10 costs £13.86 and Dossier Ambery Saffron costs £20, so Clean Shaven 10 is £6.14 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 10 or Dossier Ambery Saffron?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 10 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Dossier Ambery Saffron 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Clean Shaven 10 or Dossier Ambery Saffron?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 10 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Dossier Ambery Saffron 8.0 out of 10, so Dossier Ambery Saffron rates higher.

Which is closer to Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540, Clean Shaven 10 or Dossier Ambery Saffron?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 10 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Dossier Ambery Saffron 8.5 out of 10, so Dossier Ambery Saffron rates higher.

Which is better value, Clean Shaven 10 or Dossier Ambery Saffron?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 10 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Dossier Ambery Saffron 9.0 out of 10, so Dossier Ambery Saffron rates higher.

What notes do Clean Shaven 10 and Dossier Ambery Saffron share?

They share 4 notes: Saffron, Orange Blossom, Jasmine and Cedarwood.

Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 10 and Dossier Ambery Saffron?

Clean Shaven 10 is tagged for Signature, Evening and Special occasion. Dossier Ambery Saffron is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Daily and Colder weather.

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

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