Baccarat Rouge 540 vs Crystal No. 23 Extrait
How does the $79 dupe stack up against the $325 original?
Original
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Baccarat Rouge 540
Maison Francis Kurkdjian
$325 / 70mL
$4.64/mL
Notes
Top: saffron, jasmine
Heart: amberwood, ambergris
Base: fir resin, cedar
Dupe — 10/10 Match
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Crystal No. 23 Extrait
ALT Fragrances
$79 / 60mL
$1.32/mL
Notes
Top: saffron
Heart: amber, cedar
Base: ambroxan, fir resin
Head-to-Head
| Attribute | Baccarat Rouge 540 | Crystal No. 23 Extrait | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $325 | $79 | Crystal No. 23 Extrait |
| Price per mL | $4.64 | $1.32 | Crystal No. 23 Extrait |
| Longevity | — | 9 hours | — |
| Sillage | — | Strong | — |
| Similarity | — | 10/10 | — |
| Value Rating | — | 7/10 | — |
The Verdict
The extrait version for when you need BR540 performance without BR540 price.
Pros
- Near-identical scent profile at extrait concentration
- Excellent longevity that rivals the original
- Strong projection in first 4 hours
Cons
- Most expensive dupe option
- Can be too strong in warm weather
You save $246 (76% off) by choosing Crystal No. 23 Extrait over Baccarat Rouge 540.
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