What Is DUA Olympian a Dupe Of?

DUA Olympian is a clone of Ex Nihilo Gold Immortals EDP. 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?

Gold Immortals is the original behind Olympian. Pear and bergamot meet flowers, musk, amber and tonka in the listed profile. We’d pay attention to the fruit against the softer, sweeter ingredients as the samples settle. If you’re interested because of the pear, make sure you also enjoy the floral side rather than deciding from that one note alone.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Olympian lists Pear, Bergamot, Peony, Lysylang, Tonka Beans, Amber Accord and Musk. Ex Nihilo Gold Immortals EDP lists Pear, Bergamot, Peony, Lysylang, Musk, Amber and Tonka Bean.

Both lists include Pear, Bergamot, Peony, Lysylang and Musk, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Olympian, also look for Tonka Beans and Amber Accord. The original’s list also includes Amber and Tonka Bean.

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 Olympian if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Ex Nihilo Gold Immortals EDP 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.