Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin: released in 2021, citrus, woody and musky, about 5h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin dupe we found is 4711 Acqua Colonia Mandarine & Cardamom — 82% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $135 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4711 Acqua Colonia Mandarine & Cardamom | 82% | about $20* (−85%) | 4h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 2 | The Dua Brand Mandarin Molecule 1.0 | 91% | about $65 (−52%) | 3h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 3 | Synonyme Blade Running Mandarin | 86% | about $35 (−74%) | 3h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 4 | Angeline Crazy Mandarin | 84% | about $40 (−70%) | 3h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 5 | Areej Mandarin | 82% | about $30 (−78%) | 10h vs 5h | 4/10 |
Offers a bright, citrus-forward experience that mirrors the refreshing mandarin character found in the Escentric Molecules composition.
It shares its citrus, fruity and aldehydic accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 393 community ratings.
Captures the vibrant, zesty mandarin opening and the signature woody, skin-scent dry-down of Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin.
It shares its citrus, fruity and aldehydic accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin, lasts about 3h against 5h and carries 7 community ratings.
Provides a clean, minimalist citrus profile that evokes the same airy and woody aesthetic as the Escentric Molecules release.
It shares its musky, citrus and woody accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin, lasts about 3h against 5h and carries 59 community ratings.
Focuses on a sharp, realistic mandarin note that sits comfortably in the same family as the Escentric Molecules fragrance.
It shares its citrus, fruity and woody accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin, lasts about 3h against 5h and carries 95 community ratings.
A straightforward and bright citrus scent that captures the essence of fresh mandarin peel in a way reminiscent of the Escentric Molecules style.
It shares its woody and citrus accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin, lasts about 10h against 5h and carries 20 community ratings.
4711 Acqua Colonia Mandarine & Cardamom, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin.
Areej Mandarin, at about 10h on skin, against about 5h for Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin.
The Dua Brand Mandarin Molecule 1.0, at 91% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin itself sells from $99.39 (30 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — 4711 4711 Acqua Colonia Mandarine & Cardamom saves you about $170 a year against Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin. 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, these cover it: Areej Mandarin (10.3h) — 1 of 5.
Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Mandarin notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-09.