Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe — cheaper alternatives

Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli: released in 2021, woody, patchouli and musky, about 6h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe?

The closest Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe we found is Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre — 83% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $65 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + PatchouliProjection
1Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre83%about $25* (−62%)6h vs 6h5/10
2Phebo Patchouli78%about $25 (−62%)5h vs 6h5/10
3Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique68%about $20* (−69%)7h vs 6h7/10
4Maison Alhambra Woody Oud62%about $35* (−46%)5h vs 6h7/10
5Fragrance World Noir 768%about $30* (−54%)3h vs 6h7/10
  1. Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre — 83% scent match

    This fragrance captures the earthy, woody essence of Molecule 01 + Patchouli with a similarly minimalist and grounded approach.

    It shares its patchouli, warm spicy and woody accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 1,155 community ratings.

  2. Phebo Patchouli — 78% scent match

    A straightforward and clean interpretation of patchouli that shares the woody, balsamic character found in the reference.

    It shares its woody, patchouli and warm spicy accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 236 community ratings.

  3. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique — 68% scent match

    A deeper, more intense take on patchouli that leans into the earthy and balsamic qualities of the reference.

    It shares its woody, patchouli and warm spicy accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 2,005 community ratings.

  4. Maison Alhambra Woody Oud — 62% scent match

    While primarily woody, it shares the dry, balsamic, and earthy atmosphere that defines the reference scent.

    It shares its woody, warm spicy and amber accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 1,128 community ratings.

  5. Fragrance World Noir 7 — 68% scent match

    A budget-friendly option that focuses on the dark, woody, and earthy facets of patchouli reminiscent of the reference.

    It shares its woody and earthy accords with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli, lasts about 3h against 6h and carries 6 community ratings.

Which Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe is cheapest?

Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 70% less than Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli.

Which Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe lasts longest?

Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli.

Which Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe is closest to the original?

Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre, at 83% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli itself sells from €165 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre saves you about $60 a year against Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli. 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.

Will a Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique comes closest at 6.7h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-23.