What Is DUA Sunlit Ylang a Dupe Of?

The fragrance behind DUA Sunlit Ylang is Sylvaine Delacourte Lilylang. It is a clone pairing built around ylang-ylang, white flowers and citrus. We’d start with that idea, then look at how each scent puts its own notes together.

The idea behind the comparison

Ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose connect the floral side, while bergamot and lime add a brighter angle. Musk gives you another point to compare after the citrus has had time to become less prominent.

How do their notes compare?

The named notes for DUA Sunlit Ylang include Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Lime, Ylang-Ylang, Tuberose and Jasmine. Sylvaine Delacourte Lilylang lists Tuberose, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Musk, Jasmine and Lime 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?

Notice whether the ylang-ylang feels balanced with the other flowers. We'd check the musky part too if you want something comfortable for regular wear.

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 Sunlit Ylang and Sylvaine Delacourte Lilylang, 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.