ALT. FRAGRANCES Crystal No. 23 – Inspired by Bac. Roug. 540, Unisex Perfume, Extrait de Parfum, Long Lasting Perfume for Men & Women with Jasmine, Amberwood & Cedar Notes, 60ml

I’m gonna be completely honest with you here. When I first sprayed it on, it was very alcohol forward but after about 10 minutes, it set and you can smell the fragrance. The next morning (because I tested it after my shower the night before) and throughout the work day, I kept getting hints of the smell when was doing my day to day routine going through the motions. That was a pleasant surprise (so yes, it does last long). However, it was extremely subtle and sure I liked it but something felt like it was missing. I wasn’t super excited about it like I wanted to be. After some quick research I learned about layering, and let me tell you, using Egyptian Musk Oil as a base (since it’s also subtle) and then spraying this over it after is sets is PHENOMENAL! It doesn’t clash, they aren’t competing with each other, in fact they complement each other and the EMO helps bring out its fragrance and sharpens its edges. Not to mention, it didn’t take nowhere near as long for the alcohol smell to go away. That being said, this is about an 8/10 by itself, maybe 8.5 (only because it’s so alcohol forward at first), but it’s an easy 12/10 when using a base layer such as Egyptian Musk Oil, I’m obsessed! Will definitely be buying again!!

I bought this perfume based on the reviews, most say its a perfect dupe for the original, my impression is that although it smells very similar, it starts with a smell of burnt rubber for the first 10-15 minutes, only after that it starts to smell more close to the original. I like the Dossier version more due to it smell be easier from the start but this lasts a little longer, so I will have to play with both. I am giving 4 stars only because the burnt rubber smell.

Perfect dupe for Baccarat 540 at a fraction of the price! I used to buy the designer before a friend shared this dupe with me. It has saved me hundreds of dollars and I still smell like my signature scent!

I decided to buy this perfume because I wanted something with the style of Baccarat Rouge 540 but without spending so much, and the truth is that I was quite surprised.The aroma is sweet but not cloying, with that elegant and modern touch that feels "expensice". After a few minutes it changes a little and becomes warmer, like amber and soft on the skin, which I really liked because it is not a flat smell.The duration is good, in my case it lasts several hours and in the clothes even longer. It is not exaggeratedly strong, but it does leave a pleasant tail that is noticeable without being invasive.Something important is that it is really unisex, it does not feel very feminine or very masculine, so anyone can use it without problem. In addition, I have received positive comments when I use it, especially in outings or meetings.Obviously it is not identical to the original, but it is quite close and for the price it is totally worth it. This type of inspired perfumes exist because the original can cost more than $200, so it is a very accessible alternative

Actually was skeptical about it but it did not disappoint! Smells just like the real thing and last a decent amount of time

I’ve been waiting to try this for quite some time and it finally got delivered earlier today and I tried it right away before going to the store. Within minutes of going outside, a stranger stopped me to enquire about the fragrance, he apologised for the intrusion saying he doesn’t usually do this but he couldn’t resist the scent and had to ask me about it and of course I put him on. Others were not so bold but I could notice that they noticed. I am quite pleased with the product and I can see myself using it way more often than the other fragrances I’ve been experimenting with over the past 9 months. The scent projection was immediately.

Edit to 3 stars nowI followed things online and I let the cologne sit now, the oils matured and the smell now actually lasts.For me the scent isn't what it was hyped up to be sadly, it's good but not that goodI bought it in hope of it being as amazing as people said. I sprayed it and was hit with an intense smell of alcohol which was warned but there was no smell at all. If there was it faded immediately within the hour.I tested it again to be sure with one of my other colognes. The next day there wasn't a trace of it while my other cologne scent was very stong. Highly disappointed, save yourself the money and buy a good brand.

First of all, let me say that I absolutely adore the scent of this perfume. However, I have to say that it doesn’t last more than an hour or two and it’s gone. Is it there something you can do about this?

Totalmente descontenta, huele a alcohol, no tiene aroma nada parecido a lo que dice ser, es un robo!!