Escentric Molecules Escentric 05: released in 2020, woody, aromatic and fresh spicy, about 5h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 dupe we found is Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse — 82% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $60 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse | 82% | about $30* (−50%) | 4h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 2 | Dossier Woody Sage | 82% | about $30* (−50%) | 5h vs 5h | 4/10 |
| 3 | Maison Alhambra Philos Centro | 78% | about $20 (−67%) | 5h vs 5h | 8/10 |
| 4 | Lattafa Perfumes Liam Blue Shine | 73% | about $25* (−58%) | 5h vs 5h | 7/10 |
| 5 | Rasasi Fattan | 72% | about $25* (−58%) | 6h vs 5h | 6/10 |
Shares a similar crisp, citrus-forward Mediterranean vibe that evokes the breezy, aromatic character of Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 05, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 1,801 community ratings.
Focuses on a clean, earthy, and aromatic woodiness that aligns well with the minimalist, nature-focused spirit of Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
It shares its aromatic, citrus and woody accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 05, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 252 community ratings.
Offers a clean, woody, and slightly green profile that sits in the same family as the minimalist structure of Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
It shares its powdery, musky and green accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 05, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 179 community ratings.
Provides a fresh, aquatic, and aromatic experience that mirrors the bright, airy Mediterranean woods found in Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
It shares its aromatic, fresh spicy and citrus accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 05, opens on Bergamot and Rosemary too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 815 community ratings.
Delivers a sharp, green, and woody aromatic profile that echoes the dry, sun-drenched Mediterranean woods of Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
It shares its woody, citrus and aromatic accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 05, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 1,698 community ratings.
Maison Alhambra Philos Centro, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 65% less than Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
Rasasi Fattan, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Escentric Molecules Escentric 05.
Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 itself sells from £59.99 (30 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse saves you about $45 a year against Escentric Molecules Escentric 05. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; 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. Rasasi Fattan comes closest at 6.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-09-05.