Angel Nova Clones

"### The Scent Profile Alive Now opens with a dominant raspberry note, quite tart and immediately identifiable. The litchi is present, but muted, offering a slightly watery sweetness. It's a decent rendition of Angel Nova's fruity top, hitting about 90% of the original's vibrancy. However, the synthetic quality is slightly more pronounced here; a tell-tale sign of budget ingredients. The heart features a Damask Rose that’s recognizable but leans more jammy than fresh. It lacks the airy, almost sparkling quality of the rose in Angel Nova. Akigalawood surfaces quickly in the base, providing a woody-spicy backbone. The benzoin adds a touch of vanilla-like warmth, but not enough to truly soften the wood. This is where the departure from the original becomes more evident. Angel Nova has a smoother transition; Alive Now feels slightly disjointed in this stage. ### The Performance Stats Longevity is moderate. On skin, it lasts around 5-6 hours. Projection is initially strong for the first hour, creating a noticeable scent bubble. It then settles closer to the skin, becoming a subtle sweet and woody fragrance. ### Bottom Line Alive Now is a respectable attempt at cloning Angel Nova. If you enjoy the raspberry-rose-wood combination and are on a strict budget, it's a worthwhile option. The synthetic edge is noticeable, particularly on close inspection. Ultimately, it achieves roughly 90% accuracy to the original."

"### To Buy or Not to Buy? Mayar is a very good dupe for Angel Nova, especially if you’re on a budget. If you want *that* specific patchouli note, stick with the Mugler. However, if you enjoy the fruity-rose DNA and don’t mind a slightly woodier finish, Mayar is a fantastic daily driver. It's office-appropriate, date-night friendly, and won’t break the bank. Mayar offers excellent value. ### How it Smells Mayar comes right out swinging with a juicy raspberry and lychee combo. It's aiming for Angel Nova's vibe, and it gets pretty close – maybe 88%. That initial blast is fruity, almost candied, but there's a slight synthetic edge compared to the OG. The damask rose pops up quickly, adding a floral sweetness. Where it differs is in the drydown. Angel Nova has that patchouli backbone; Mayar uses Akigalawood, which is woodier, spicier. The benzoin adds a touch of vanilla-like warmth but doesn't fully replicate Nova’s unique patchouli profile. ### Performance Reality Check the performance is solid. I get around 6-7 hours on skin, projecting moderately for the first 2 hours before settling closer. It's definitely noticeable without being a room-filler. A great work scent if you work in a climate-controlled environment."