What Is DUA Alchemy Of Osmanthus a Dupe Of?

DUA Alchemy Of Osmanthus is a clone of Gucci Osmanthus Nectar. That’s the original behind this pairing and the bottle to compare it with if you’re deciding which version of the scent to try.

What’s the connection?

Apricot and osmanthus are a good starting point for this comparison. DUA also lists tea, cardamom and several woods, so there’s more to follow than the fruit alone. We’d check whether the tea is easy to notice beside the floral notes, and how much sweetness the apricot brings to the whole thing.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Alchemy Of Osmanthus lists Apricot, Italian Bergamot, Cardamom Guatemala, Osmanthus Infusion, Osmanthus Nature, Tea Accord, Sandalwood Amyris and Cedarwood Virginia. Gucci Osmanthus Nectar lists Apricot, Guatemalan Cardamom, Bergamot, Osmanthus, Tea, Amyris, Sandalwood and Virginia Cedar.

Both lists include Apricot, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Alchemy Of Osmanthus, also look for Italian Bergamot, Cardamom Guatemala, Osmanthus Infusion and Osmanthus Nature. The original’s list also includes Guatemalan Cardamom, Bergamot, Osmanthus and Tea.

What would we look for in a sample?

We’d give both fragrances a similar number of sprays on separate wrists, then come back after the opening settles. Check the parts you enjoy most: the brightness at the start, the balance through the middle and the way the finish feels close to skin.

Which one would we buy?

We’d start with DUA Alchemy Of Osmanthus if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Gucci Osmanthus Nectar is the reference to try. Compare the available bottle sizes, shipping cost and return terms before choosing. A sample or smaller bottle can be a good first purchase, especially when one particular note is the reason you’re interested. Current retailer options are shown above. Use the price for the size you actually plan to order, and check the delivery estimate if you need the fragrance for a particular date.