What Is DUA Emperor Of Russia a Dupe Of?

DUA Emperor Of Russia is a clone of Royal Crown Tzar. 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.

Why compare these two?

Tzar by Royal Crown is the original to compare with this DUA. Grapefruit, pepper and nutmeg meet flowers and woods in the listed profile. We’d focus on the citrus against the spicier side, then come back to the vetiver and sandalwood later. The name gives you a clue to the inspiration, while a sample lets you explore the balance.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Emperor Of Russia lists Grapefruit, Cedar Wood, Vetiver, Nutmeg, Pepper, Magnolia, Lily of the Valley and Sandalwood. Royal Crown Tzar lists Nutmeg, Grapefruit, Pepper, Magnolia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Vetiver, Sandalwood and Cedar.

Both lists include Grapefruit, Vetiver, Nutmeg, Pepper and Magnolia, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Emperor Of Russia, also look for Cedar Wood and Lily of the Valley. The original’s list also includes Lily-of-the-Valley and Cedar.

What would we look for in a sample?

A sample gives you room to find out which balance you enjoy. We’d try both with a similar amount, let the opening settle and come back later in the day. Pay attention to the part you most want to wear, whether that’s the first freshness or the warmer finish.

Which one would we buy?

We’d start with DUA Emperor Of Russia if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Royal Crown Tzar 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.