Jasmin Noir Clones

"### Scent Breakdown Hunter opens with a blast of gardenia, but it's a sharper, greener version than the creamy richness of Bvlgari's Jasmin Noir. It lacks the almost photorealistic depth. The heart offers jasmine and almond, aiming for that sweet-bitter balance, but the jasmine leans a little more indolic, a touch "bathroom cleaner" at first. Not terrible, but noticeable. The drydown is where it gets closer to the original, with the licorice and tonka bean providing a warm, slightly gourmand base. This is where the "precious woods" try to appear, but come across as somewhat generic. I'd say it captures about 87% of Jasmin Noir’s DNA. ### Wear time & Sillage Projection is moderate for the first hour. Not a room filler, but you'll get noticed. Longevity is decent, clocking in around 5-6 hours on my skin. It becomes a skin scent pretty quickly, so don't expect it to last all day. ? Hard to complain. Don’t expect perfection. There's a slight synthetic edge that some noses might find off-putting. But honestly? Bvlgari's asking price is often 5-10x more. If you are okay with a good-not-great substitute, this is for you. If you need pure, unadulterated luxury, save your money."

"### The Scent Profile Armaf's Hunter for Women is clearly chasing Bvlgari's Jasmin Noir. Does it succeed? Mostly. The opening blast of gardenia and green notes comes across a bit sharper, more synthetic than the original. The heart of jasmine sambac and almond is where it shines. It's a creamy, slightly sweet floral that gets you pretty close - I'd say 80% accurate to the luxurious feel of Jasmin Noir. The drydown shifts to licorice, tonka bean, and woods. It's pleasant, but lacks the depth and refinement of Bvlgari. The woods are a little thin here, giving it a slightly cheaper feel overall. ### Projection Power The performance is acceptable, especially considering the price. On my skin, I get about 4-5 hours of noticeable projection. It sits closer to the skin after that, becoming a soft, comforting scent for another 2-3 hours. Don't expect all day wear. ### The Verdict Hunter for Women is a solid option if you enjoy Jasmin Noir but can't justify the cost. It captures the essence of the original, though with some synthetic edges. If you’re happy with 80% of the scent at 80% of the cost, this is a good choice."