The concentration edit
Which Dior
Sauvage
lasts longest?
Five versions. Five ways to wear Sauvage. Here’s how the hours, the presence and the scent itself compare—so you can choose the bottle you’ll actually want to wear.
Find your versionThe longevity ranking
The hours, compared.
- ExtraitLONGEST LASTING14+ hours
- ParfumJOINT #210–12 hours
- ElixirJOINT #210–12 hours
- EDP8–10 hours
- EDT7–8 hours
Editorial wear estimates. Brighter segments show ranges; → means 14 hours or more.
The quick answer
Sauvage Extrait lasts the longest on our skin, at 14+ hours. Elixir and Parfum share a 10–12 hour range, followed by EDP at 8–10 and EDT at 7–8. For a fresher everyday choice, start with EDT or EDP; for maximum wear time and a darker woody scent, start with Extrait.
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14+ hours, with an oud and woods character.
Spice & presenceElixir10–12 hours, strong projection and a strong trail.
Everyday balanceEDP8–10 hours, with moderate projection and trail.
Three different measures
Lasting longer isn’t the whole story.
- Longevity
- How long you can still detect the scent.
- Projection
- How far the scent radiates around you.
- Sillage
- The scent trail you leave as you move.
Bars use the same scale for every bottle. Projection and trail are qualitative ratings from intimate to heavy; they don’t describe hours at full strength.
EDT vs EDP vs Parfum vs Elixir vs Extrait
Find your kind of Sauvage.
Compare the performance. Explore the notes. Choose the scent you want to live with.
01 / Eau de Toilette
#5 for longevity
Sauvage Eau de Toilette
Bergamot · Pepper · Ambery woods
The fresh, outgoing original.
Choose EDT if the crisp, peppery side of Sauvage is what you love. Bright bergamot and a dry, ambery woody finish give it an energetic feel. Its strong projection makes it noticeable even though it has the shortest wear time of these five.
Choose it for Fresh daytime wear and buyers who want the familiar Sauvage signature.
Consider: The bright opening can feel sharp. Choose by that fresh character rather than expecting the longest wear in the range.
View fragrance profileThe performance
- Longevity
- 7–8 hours
- Projection
- Strong
- Sillage / scent trail
- Moderate
Editorial estimates. Skin, weather and application affect wear.
The scent, from top to base
Fragrance notes
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02 / Eau de Parfum
#4 for longevity
Sauvage Eau de Parfum
Bergamot · Aromatic spice · Vanilla
A warmer everyday balance.
EDP keeps the bergamot and aromatic spice, then softens the experience with a warmer vanilla drydown. At 8–10 hours with moderate projection and trail in this ranking, it’s our starting point for someone choosing one Sauvage for regular wear.
Choose it for A daily signature when you want freshness, warmth and a more measured presence.
Consider: It won’t project as strongly as EDT in this comparison. If you want a drier, sharper freshness, try them side by side.
View fragrance profileThe performance
- Longevity
- 8–10 hours
- Projection
- Moderate
- Sillage / scent trail
- Moderate
Editorial estimates. Skin, weather and application affect wear.
The scent, from top to base
Fragrance notes
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03 / Parfum
Joint #2 for longevity
Sauvage Parfum
Mandarin · Sandalwood · Tonka
Smooth woods. A heavier trail.
Parfum shifts toward mandarin, creamy sandalwood and tonka warmth. Pick it if a smoother, fuller drydown appeals more than EDT’s sharp freshness. Its 10–12 hour wear matches Elixir’s range here, with moderate projection and a heavy scent trail.
Choose it for Cooler days, dinners and buyers who prefer smooth, warm woods.
Consider: Moderate projection doesn’t mean a quiet trail. The richer scent can feel less easygoing in heat or close seating.
View fragrance profileThe performance
- Longevity
- 10–12 hours
- Projection
- Moderate
- Sillage / scent trail
- Heavy
Editorial estimates. Skin, weather and application affect wear.
The scent, from top to base
Fragrance notes
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04 / Elixir
Joint #2 for longevity
Sauvage Elixir
Warm spice · Lavender · Rich woods
Warm spice with real presence.
Elixir brings warm spices and lavender over a dense woody base with a licorice nuance. It shares second place for longevity with Parfum at 10–12 hours, with strong projection and trail. Choose it because you enjoy that spicy aromatic character and have occasions to wear it.
Choose it for Cool weather and evenings when you want a bold, spicy fragrance.
Consider: Start with a light application. Elixir has a distinct character, so liking Sauvage EDT alone isn’t a reason to buy it without trying it.
View fragrance profileThe performance
- Longevity
- 10–12 hours
- Projection
- Strong
- Sillage / scent trail
- Strong
Editorial estimates. Skin, weather and application affect wear.
The scent, from top to base
Fragrance notes
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05 / Extrait
#1 for longevity
Sauvage Extrait
Vietnamese oud · Patchouli · Cedarwood
The longest wear. The woody turn.
Extrait leads this ranking at 14+ hours, with strong projection and trail. Dior builds its character around Vietnamese oud, patchouli, vetiver and cedarwood, with bergamot and lavender adding lift. It’s the first one to sample if maximum longevity and a darker woody direction are your priorities.
Choose it for Buyers who want the longest wear here and enjoy a woody scent with leathery facets.
Consider: More hours won’t make an oud scent the right fit for everyone. Sample the full drydown before committing to a bottle.
View fragrance profileThe performance
- Longevity
- 14+ hours
- Projection
- Strong
- Sillage / scent trail
- Strong
Editorial estimates. Skin, weather and application affect wear.
The scent, from top to base
Fragrance notes
Explore the scent from opening to drydown. Tap a note to find more fragrances with it. Sources ↓
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The final pick
Choose the scent.
Then compare the offers.
Choose Extrait for the longest wear in this ranking, Elixir for warm spice and strong presence, or Parfum for smooth woods and a heavy trail. EDP is our everyday starting point; EDT is the pick for the brightest, most outgoing freshness. Buy the scent you enjoy wearing, then compare offers for that exact version.
Explore the longest lasting pickA little more clarity
Sauvage, answered.
Which Dior Sauvage lasts the longest?
Sauvage Extrait leads our editorial ranking at 14+ hours. Elixir and Parfum share a 10–12 hour range, followed by EDP at 8–10 and EDT at 7–8. These are estimates; skin, weather and application affect wear.
Does Sauvage EDP last longer than EDT?
In this comparison, yes: EDP is estimated at 8–10 hours and EDT at 7–8. EDT has strong projection, while EDP has moderate projection, so longer wear doesn’t automatically mean a louder fragrance.
Is Sauvage Parfum stronger than Elixir?
Both have an estimated 10–12 hours of wear here. Elixir has strong projection, versus Parfum’s moderate projection. Parfum has a heavy trail in this ranking; Elixir’s trail is rated strong. They also smell different, with Parfum leaning smoother and Elixir leaning spicier.
What is the difference between projection and sillage?
Projection is how far the fragrance radiates around you. Sillage is the scent trail you leave as you move. Longevity is how long you can still detect the fragrance. A fragrance can have moderate projection and a heavy trail, as Parfum does in this comparison.
Which Sauvage should I buy for everyday wear?
Start by trying EDP for its balance of freshness, warmth and moderate presence. Try EDT alongside it if you prefer a brighter, peppery opening. Your taste, setting and application matter more than picking the longest lasting version.
Is Sauvage Extrait just a stronger Elixir?
Choose between them by scent as well as performance. Dior presents Extrait around Vietnamese oud and woods, while Elixir centers on warm spices, lavender and rich woods. Sample both through the drydown before deciding.
Are these longevity ranges guaranteed?
No. They are Chaos Fragrances editorial estimates for comparing these five bottles, not a guarantee of wear time or hours of full strength projection. Skin, temperature, spray count and where you apply the fragrance can change the result.
Why isn’t Sauvage Eau Forte in the ranking?
This guide compares EDT, EDP, Parfum, Elixir and Extrait. Eau Forte is another Sauvage release and isn’t assigned a performance ranking here.