Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena): released in 2000, citrus, warm spicy and fresh spicy, about 7h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena) dupe we found is Fragonard Reve Indien — 83% match, about $65 (estimate) versus about $40 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena) dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena) | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fragonard Reve Indien | 83% | about $65 (+63%) | 7h vs 7h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Coty Emeraude | 81% | about $20* (−50%) | 5h vs 7h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Les Nereides Opoponax | 79% | about $45 (+13%) | 7h vs 7h | 5/10 |
| 4 | Demeter Fragrance Baby Powder | 75% | about $45 (+13%) | 4h vs 7h | 5/10 |
| 5 | Guerlain Eau de Shalimar | 84% | about $65 (+63%) | 6h vs 7h | 5/10 |
Shares the rich amber, balsamic, and spicy vanilla warmth reminiscent of Carthusia Ligea, with a smooth oriental dry-down.
It shares its amber, vanilla and citrus accords with Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena), lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 255 community ratings.
Evokes the warm citrus-and-amber resin character of Carthusia Ligea, settling into a powdery vanilla finish that feels comfortably familiar.
It shares its amber, citrus and balsamic accords with Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena), lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 1,412 community ratings.
Captures the resinous, balsamic warmth and sweet amber nuances that parallel the heart of Carthusia Ligea.
It shares its amber, balsamic and vanilla accords with Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena), lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 557 community ratings.
Leans heavily into the soft, comforting powdery vanilla notes found in the base of Carthusia Ligea.
It lasts about 4h against 7h and carries 578 community ratings.
Blends bright citrus with a soft, powdery vanilla base in a way that feels reminiscent of Carthusia Ligea.
It shares its citrus, vanilla and amber accords with Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena), lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 2,103 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Coty Emeraude, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 50% less than Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena).
Les Nereides Opoponax, at about 7h on skin, against about 7h for Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena).
Guerlain Eau de Shalimar, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena) itself sells from $82.59 (50 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Fragonard Reve Indien actually costs about $35 a year MORE than Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena). Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Les Nereides Opoponax comes closest at 7.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Carthusia Ligea (Ligea la Sirena) notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-09-03.