No. 5 vs Floral Aldehydes
How does the $29 dupe stack up against the $142 original?
Original
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No. 5
Chanel
$142 / 50mL
$2.84/mL
Notes
Top: aldehydes, ylang-ylang, neroli, bergamot
Heart: jasmine, rose, lily of the valley, iris
Base: sandalwood, vetiver, vanilla, amber, musk
Our Pick
Dupe — 8/10 Match
Floral Aldehydes
Dossier
$29 / 50mL
$0.58/mL
Notes
Top: aldehydes, bergamot, lemon, neroli
Heart: ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose
Base: vetiver, sandalwood, vanilla, amber
Head-to-Head
| Attribute | No. 5 | Floral Aldehydes | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $142 | $29 | Floral Aldehydes |
| Price per mL | $2.84 | $0.58 | Floral Aldehydes |
| Longevity | — | 6 hours | — |
| Sillage | — | Moderate | — |
| Similarity | — | 8/10 | — |
| Value Rating | — | 9/10 | — |
The Verdict
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DupeScented Recommended — 8/10 match at 80% savings
A clean, accessible Chanel No. 5 alternative with good scent accuracy and wide availability.
Pros
- Widely available at Walmart and online
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Faithful aldehydic-floral profile
Cons
- Slightly less complex than the original
- Longevity could be better
You save $113 (80% off) by choosing Floral Aldehydes over No. 5.
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