The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe — cheaper alternatives

The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli: released in 2023, powdery, green and sweet, about 8h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 7/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe?

The closest The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe we found is Reminiscence Patchouli — 87% match, about $55 (estimate) versus about $60 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best The Dua Brand Exclusive 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 The Dua Brand Exclusive PatchouliProjection
1Reminiscence Patchouli87%about $55 (−8%)7h vs 8h8/10
2Molinard Patchouli84%about $80 (+33%)7h vs 8h8/10
3Demeter Fragrance Patchouli82%about $45 (−25%)4h vs 8h5/10
4Essential Parfums Patchouli Mania82%about $90 (+50%)6h vs 8h8/10
5Lush Lord of Misrule80%about $60*7h vs 8h7/10
  1. Reminiscence Patchouli — 87% scent match

    Offers a deep, woody, and slightly sweet patchouli experience that aligns with the earthy, powdery character of the reference.

    It shares its patchouli and powdery accords with The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 1,734 community ratings.

  2. Molinard Patchouli — 84% scent match

    A classic, robust patchouli scent that provides a similar grounded, slightly animalic depth to the reference.

    It shares its patchouli, powdery and musky accords with The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 145 community ratings.

  3. Demeter Fragrance Patchouli — 82% scent match

    A straightforward, earthy take on patchouli that captures the raw, green essence found in Exclusive Patchouli without the added complexity.

    It shares its patchouli accords with The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli, lasts about 4h against 8h and carries 105 community ratings.

  4. Essential Parfums Patchouli Mania — 82% scent match

    A modern, refined interpretation of patchouli that balances green and powdery elements in a way reminiscent of the reference.

    It shares its patchouli and green accords with The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli, lasts about 6h against 8h and carries 1,430 community ratings.

  5. Lush Lord of Misrule — 80% scent match

    Shares a prominent, earthy patchouli core with a sweet, spicy twist that echoes the complex profile of the reference.

    It shares its patchouli and powdery accords with The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli, lasts about 7h against 8h and carries 2,923 community ratings.

Which The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe is cheapest?

Demeter Fragrance Patchouli, at about $45 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 25% less than The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli.

Which The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe lasts longest?

Molinard Patchouli, at about 7h on skin, against about 8h for The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli.

Which The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe is closest to the original?

Reminiscence Patchouli, at 87% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Reminiscence Patchouli saves you about $5 a year against The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli. 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.

Will a The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Molinard Patchouli comes closest at 7.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

The Dua Brand Exclusive Patchouli notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-21.