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Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal EDP
Jean Paul Gaultier·Original $130

Best Scandal EDP Dupes

Curated by the Scent File Editor

What it smells like

The Scent File profile

Opens with a tart blood orange that quickly softens into a lush, honeyed gardenia and jasmine heart — sweet but never sugary, more candied flower than dessert. The honey is the star here, thick and animalic, grounded by patchouli and vetiver as it settles into a warm, resinous dry-down with real staying power. Sillage is generous without being aggressive; it announces itself, lingers in a room, and leaves a musky patchouli trail for hours — best worn on cool evenings when you want presence.

The Scent File Pick
Asdaaf Al Andaleeb
Asdaaf

Al Andaleeb

$20–$35

Sweeter, less overtly green take on the Aura silhouette. Not a strict clone, but under $30 and widely cited in community threads as the best budget alternative for Aura lovers.

Community-reported
Accuracy
Close, with tells
6/10
Longevity
7/10
Projection
8/10
The Scent File MethodVerified Apr 2026
Is the original worth it?

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal EDP worth $130?

No dupe here clears accuracy 7 — the best is Asdaaf Al Andaleeb at accuracy 6. This is a hard scent to clone, so the original still holds a real edge over the budget field. Worth it if the exact accord is what you're after.

Save ~$110 with the dupeOriginal $130

The top dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier's Scandal EDP is Al Andaleeb by Asdaaf, scoring 6/10 for accuracy and 7/10 for longevity. At $20, it's a 60% match to the $130 original — saving roughly $110 per bottle. It's the only scored dupe of Scandal EDP so far, with more on the way as community evidence accumulates.

Frequently Asked

What is the best dupe for Scandal EDP?

Based on community consensus, the highest-accuracy dupe for Scandal EDP is Al Andaleeb by Asdaaf — a Close, with tells match (6/10 accuracy, longevity 7/10). If you prioritize longevity over accuracy, sort the grid above by longevity to see the top performer on that axis.

How are Scandal EDP dupes scored?

Every dupe is rated on two independent dimensions: scent accuracy (how closely it matches the original) and longevity (how long it lasts on skin). Scores are aggregated from community consensus on Reddit r/fragrance, r/fragranceclones, and Fragrantica. They are never averaged into a single number — accuracy and longevity are separate decisions.

Are the dupe recommendations for Scandal EDP sponsored?

No. The Scent File takes no brand deals, no sponsorships, and no paid rankings. Rankings reflect community consensus only. We do earn affiliate commission when you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you — but this never influences which dupes appear or how they are scored.

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