What Is DUA Oud Of Purity a Dupe Of?

DUA Oud Of Purity is a clone of Guerlain Oud Nude. DUA names that fragrance as its inspiration, so it’s the bottle to sample alongside this one if you’re interested in how the scent was interpreted.

What makes these worth comparing?

The raspberry against the wood is the best starting point. DUA’s almond and vanilla give you another way to judge how soft the oud feels after the fruit.

What notes should you look for?

DUA lists Almond, Oud, Raspberry, Bourbon Vanilla, Sandalwood, Atlas Cedar and Rose. Guerlain Oud Nude highlights Oud, White Almond, Raspberry and Atlas Cedar. Start with Oud, Raspberry and Atlas Cedar when you compare them. Then see how Almond and Bourbon Vanilla on DUA’s side and White Almond on the original’s side shape the scent around those notes.

How would we compare samples?

If you have samples, give each its own wrist and let the first spray settle. Come back once the notes you enjoy most are easier to pick out. Smelling them twice gives you a better idea of whether the opening is what drew you in or whether the finish is the part you want to wear. Check both on a day when you can keep the rest of your routine unscented. Use a blotter for a first impression if you’re sampling several scents at once. Save a skin test for the two you’re choosing between.

Which one would we try first?

We’d try DUA Oud Of Purity if the notes above sound like what you want from this scent. If you’ve already worn Guerlain Oud Nude and have a particular part of it in mind, start with a small sample so you can compare that detail before buying. Check the size and format shown on the retailer page, and use the delivered price for the bottle you’d actually order. That’s especially helpful when one listing is for a travel size or sample and another is for a full bottle.