What Is DUA Oud & Musk a Dupe Of?

DUA Oud & Musk is a clone of By Kilian Musk Oud. 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?

Musk Oud is the fragrance behind this DUA. Alongside the two notes in the name, the lists bring in lemon, rose, herbs, spices, rum and incense. We’d follow the rose and aromatic notes around the oud. If you like that fuller combination, compare how those parts sit together after the first spray has settled.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Oud & Musk lists Lemon, Cardamom, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose, Geranium, Cypress, Artemisia and Oud. By Kilian Musk Oud lists Lemon, Cardamom, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose, Geranium, Cypress, Artemisia and Agarwood (Oud).

Both lists include Lemon, Cardamom, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose and Geranium, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Oud & Musk, also look for Oud. The original’s list also includes Agarwood (Oud).

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 Oud & Musk if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, By Kilian Musk Oud 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.