Progress
06/2024
A clone perfume is a fran=grance similar to the original thing. These usually exacerbate from expensive brands.
During these years the rise of copycats has been popular as these are cheap as well as, sometimes, a good alternative.
BUT
Should you be buying replicas?
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Components
>50-200 fragrance ingredients
>top notes: evaporates quickly
>middle notes: last longer
>base notes: longevity and depth
>natural and synthetic ingredients (patchouli/musk)
Packaging
>low quality save on carton boxes, glass, caps and spray pumps
-spray pump that breaks/clogs easily
-splashes perfume rather than a mist
-rough glass
-smudged printing
copycats replicate original fragrances that have IPO, this is theft=in less investment
original designer scent lasts around 2 years from the opening date
copycats are, sometimes not sustainable=negative impact on environment and local communities
copycats are cheaper because they cut back on the back notes which also results in a shorter lifespan
Controversy
copycats can cause skin irritation due to the regulations of the ingredients+harmful chemicals and preservatives