What Is DUA D7 Aoud a Dupe Of?

The fragrance behind DUA D7 Aoud is Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu EDT. It is a clone pairing built around mandarin, oud and resins. We’d start with that idea, then look at how each scent puts its own notes together.

The idea behind the comparison

Mandarin and patchouli share the lists with oud, myrrh and labdanum. This guide uses M7 Oud Absolu, so we'd keep the comparison on that edition and follow the citrus against the warmer resinous notes.

How do their notes compare?

The named notes for DUA D7 Aoud include Mandarin Orange, French labdanum, Patchouli, Agarwood and Myrrh. Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu EDT lists Mandarin Orange, Patchouli, Oud, Myrrh and Labdanum among its own notes.

Use those notes as a guide when trying the pair. What matters is how they fit together: a brighter opening, a softer floral middle or a drier base can change the whole impression even when some of the ingredients sound familiar.

What would we look for in a sample?

Check how the mandarin fits with the oud. Give the myrrh and labdanum time before deciding whether the heavier side suits your routine.

If you can get samples of both, use a similar amount and give each one time on skin. Come back to the comparison later in the day, especially if the opening and the base appeal to you for different reasons.

Which bottle makes more sense?

The choice comes down to how much you enjoy this balance on skin and which bottle fits your budget. We’d compare the current offers for DUA D7 Aoud and Yves Saint Laurent M7 Oud Absolu EDT, including the bottle size and delivery cost. Give a sample enough time before committing, especially if the opening is your favorite part but you are less sure about the finish.