Himalaya Clones

"### The Scent Profile Supremacy Not Only Intense (SNOI) nails the crisp, citrusy mountain air vibe of Creed's Himalaya, but with a noticeable Afnan twist. The opening is a blast of grapefruit and lemon, maybe a tad sharper and more synthetic than Himalaya's refined bergamot. The sandalwood heart emerges quickly, lending a creamy, woody depth. The base is where it deviates most; heavier on the musk and ambergris, giving it a slightly denser, almost powdery feel compared to Himalaya's cleaner, more airy drydown. I'd say it's about 91% similar; close enough for most situations. ### The Performance Stats This stuff performs. Longevity is impressive, easily lasting 7-8 hours on my skin. Projection is moderate for the first 2 hours, creating a noticeable scent bubble without being obnoxious. It settles closer to the skin after that, leaving a pleasant trail. You'll definitely get noticed without choking anyone out. If you love that fresh, citrusy-woody fragrance profile but can't stomach Creed's price tag, this is a no-brainer. The slight synthetic edge in the opening is the only real drawback, and it fades quickly. If you’re looking for an everyday, versatile scent that won't break the bank, buy it. SNOI does the job just fine."

"### Olfactory Experience XS is a solid shot at Creed's Himalaya. The opening is bright – definitely getting that lemon and bergamot punch. It's not quite as natural smelling as Himalaya; you can tell there's a synthetic edge, especially in the first few minutes. After that, the sandalwood starts to come forward, a creamy, slightly sweet wood note. The dry down is where it shines. Musk and cedar give it a clean, masculine vibe, but there's a noticeable ambergris aroma. Overall? I'd say it's about 90% similar to Himalaya. The main difference is the lack of Creed's signature mineral note and the slightly less refined opening. ### Longevity & Projection Longevity is surprisingly good. I get a solid 6-7 hours on my skin. Projection is moderate for the first hour or so, then it settles down to a skin scent. Perfect for the office. This isn't a beast mode fragrance. ### Conclusion If you love the idea of Himalaya but can't stomach the Creed price tag, XS is a very worthwhile alternative. you get a very similar fragrance that performs reasonably well. This is a great daily driver for anyone looking for a clean, fresh, and slightly woody scent. Highly recommended."