Sundazed Clones

"### Bottom Line Awaan is a solid budget alternative to Sundazed. If you enjoy the general vibe of bright citrus and sweet cotton candy but can't justify the Byredo price tag, this is a good option. It’s not a perfect replica, lacking some of the nuance and refinement of the original, but it gets the job done. If you demand high-end ingredients and a truly luxurious experience, stick with Sundazed. But for those seeking a casual, affordable, and crowd-pleasing summer scent, Awaan is a worthwhile gamble. ### Scent Breakdown Awaan opens with a bright burst of mandarin and lemon, very similar to Sundazed. It's a cheerful, sunny start, but be warned: the citrus notes have a slightly synthetic edge. The heart brings neroli and jasmine, again echoing the original, but with less finesse. Where Sundazed feels smooth and rounded, Awaan has a sharper, more linear feel. The drydown is where the real divergence happens. The cotton candy note is amped up in Awaan, making it sweeter and less sophisticated than Sundazed's musky, clean finish. I'd say it's about 85% similar, losing points on overall quality. ### Projection Power Longevity is surprisingly decent. I get around 5-6 hours on my skin. Projection is moderate for the first hour, then settles closer to the skin. Not a beast, but respectable point."

"### The Verdict Awaan is a solid alternative to Sundazed. If you're after a high-quality, photorealistic citrus-floral, stick with the original. But if you want a similar vibe and don't mind a slightly synthetic, sweeter edge, Awaan is a good deal. The cotton candy might be too much for some. But for a fun, summer scent on a budget, Awaan does the trick. ### First Impressions & Dry Down Awaan goes for Sundazed's bright citrus and sweet heart, and gets surprisingly close. The opening is a blast of mandarin and lemon, though the lemon leans more towards cleaner/artificial than the Byredo's slightly more natural take. The neroli and jasmine come through quickly, giving it that sunny, floral vibe. Where it really differs is the drydown. Sundazed has a more nuanced, creamy musk. Awaan's cotton candy note is louder, bordering on cloying at times, and the white musk is a bit sharper. I'd put it at about 85% similarity overall. ### Longevity & Projection Longevity is decent. I get about 5-6 hours on skin, projecting moderately for the first hour, then settling closer. On clothes, it lingers longer, but the cotton candy note becomes more prominent. Don't overspray; it can get headache-inducing."