Clean Shaven 24 vs Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male.

At a glance

Clean Shaven 24 costs £13.80 and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice costs £25, so Clean Shaven 24 is £11.20 cheaper. They share 7 notes out of 13 distinct notes listed across both (54%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male.

Clean Shaven 24

24 is Clean Shaven's aftershave interpretation of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male, the 1995 release housed in the iconic sailor-torso bottle and still one of the best selling masculine fragrances in the world.

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice is a fresh aromatic spicy composition with mint lavender brightness and warm vanilla tonka depth, positioned as a budget interpretation of the Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male style.

Clean Shaven 24, dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Le MaleKhadlaj Karus Blue Spice, dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male

Comparison

Clean Shaven 24Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice
Overall rating7.3/10 · 1 review7.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.0/107.2/10
Projection6.5/107.0/10
Scent accuracy7.5/107.8/10
Value for money8.0/108.5/10
Price£13.80£25
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byJean Paul Gaultier Le MaleJean Paul Gaultier Le Male

Notes Comparison

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

Clean Shaven 24

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Mint
  • Cardamom
  • Bergamot
  • Artemisia

Heart Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Orange Blossom
  • Caraway

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amber
  • Sandalwood
  • Cedar

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

Top Notes

  • Mint
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Cinnamon
  • Orange Blossom

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Lavender
  • Mint
  • Cinnamon
  • Orange Blossom
  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amber

7 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Clean Shaven 24 lists Cardamom, Bergamot, Artemisia, Caraway, Sandalwood and Cedar that Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Clean Shaven 24

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Cinnamon

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Powdery
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Cinnamon
  • Spicy

Both share Sweet, Fresh, Amber, Vanilla, Gourmand, Herbal, Aromatic, Lavender and Cinnamon. Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice also lists Floral, Powdery and Spicy.

Vibes

Clean Shaven 24

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Confident

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand

Both share Fresh, Clean, Sweet, Warm, Masculine and Gourmand. Clean Shaven 24 also lists Modern and Confident. Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice also lists Bold and Classic.

Occasions

Clean Shaven 24

  • Evening
  • Office
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Date night
  • Everyday

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Casual
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Daily

Both share Evening, Autumn and Winter. Clean Shaven 24 also lists Office, Date night and Everyday. Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice also lists Signature, Social, Casual and Daily.

Performance

Clean Shaven 24

  • Strong projection
  • Long lasting
  • Moderate to strong

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

  • Versatile

Clean Shaven 24 lists Strong projection, Long lasting and Moderate to strong. Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice lists Versatile.

Style lane

Clean Shaven 24

  • Vanilla amber

Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice

  • Fresh aromatic

Clean Shaven 24 lists Vanilla amber. Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice lists Fresh aromatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice (7.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 24 (£13.80)

Clean Shaven 24 leads on lower price, while Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 24 has 1 community review and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 24 or Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice?

Clean Shaven 24 costs £13.80 and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice costs £25, so Clean Shaven 24 is £11.20 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 24 or Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 24 7.0 out of 10 for longevity and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice 7.2 out of 10, so Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice rates higher.

Which projects more, Clean Shaven 24 or Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 24 6.5 out of 10 for projection and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice 7.0 out of 10, so Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice rates higher.

Which is closer to Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male, Clean Shaven 24 or Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 24 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice 7.8 out of 10, so Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice rates higher.

Which is better value, Clean Shaven 24 or Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 24 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice 8.5 out of 10, so Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice rates higher.

What notes do Clean Shaven 24 and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice share?

They share 7 notes: Lavender, Mint, Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Vanilla, Tonka Bean and Amber.

Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 24 and Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice?

Clean Shaven 24 is tagged for Evening, Office, Autumn, Winter, Date night and Everyday. Khadlaj Karus Blue Spice is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Casual, Autumn, Winter and Daily.

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

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