Maison Alhambra
Zeno
Best Shiseido Zen Dupe
Maison Alhambra Zeno is a clone of Shiseido Zen, with a 78% accuracy score and about 75% cheaper than the original.
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78% MatchInspired by $95 originalSave about 75%
Accuracy Breakdown
Overall Accuracy78%
Longevity6-8 hours
SillageModerate to Strong
You SaveAbout 75%
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The Scoop
Zeno captures the heart and base of Zen quite effectively, with solid iris-violet-rose floral chemistry and a respectable patchouli-oakmoss foundation. The top notes are where the clone shows slight deviation, with a more generic citrus opening compared to Zen's more refined bergamot and gentiana complexity. Overall, it's a competent interpretation that delivers the core aromatic DNA of the original, though it lacks some of the subtle nuance and sophistication in the opening.
Key Differences
The top notes in Zeno are slightly more linear and less refined, lacking Zen's distinctive gentiana brightness. Base longevity and sillage appear comparable, but Zeno may project slightly softer in the opening 30 minutes.
Fragrance Profile
★ 4.2 community ratingAccords
woody· Dominantcitrus· Dominantfloral· Dominantaromatic· Prominentgreen· Prominentfresh spicy· Prominentwhite floral· Moderatepowdery· Moderatefruity· Moderatesweet· Moderate
Best Seasons
Spring100%
Summer88%
Fall / Autumn76%
Winter51%
Best Occasions
Professional100%
Casual57%
Night Out0%
Community Insights
★ 4.2 from 127 ratingsWhat people who wear Maison Alhambra Zeno report, based on votes and reviews from a large fragrance community.
Main accords
woody
citrus
floral
aromatic
green
fresh spicy
fruity
sweet
Longevity
Very weak4%
Weak13%
Moderate64%
Long lasting13%
Eternal6%
Sillage
Intimate17%
Moderate69%
Strong12%
Enormous2%
Who wears it
Female40%
More female37%
Unisex21%
More male1%
Male1%
Day or night
Day
Night
Value for money
Way overpriced0%
Overpriced1%
Ok14%
Good value26%
Great value59%
People say it reminds them of
Shiseido Zen 73Chanel Coco Mademoiselle 22
What people like
- Spot-on Shiseido Zen dupe
- Unique blend of citrus and incense
- Excellent value for the price
- Sophisticated and elegant feminine profile
What people dislike
- Requires weeks of maturation
- Sits very close to the skin
- Inconsistent longevity on skin
- Occasional bitter or medicinal notes
What wearers say
“Very similar to Chanel Coco mademoiselle. The most prominent notes are the citruses, especially the grapefruit, the pineapple is also there but not overpowering . The patchouli is also prominent and gives the fragrance an earthy and aromatic accord. The purple florals adds a hint of powder while the lily of the value makes it clean and a bit soapy. Great fragrance for the summer. Very good projection, do not overspray.”
“Lady boss scent, can't say it's an easy going fragrance or a crowd pleaser. It has dna of 90's early y2k perfumes.Sharp, a little bit detergent-y, a bit of vintage profile and little bit addictive.I can see it has some resemblance to coco m. Not one to one but they are cousins.”
“This is a very comforting and calming scent. One of my favorites to apply after a hot relaxing shower. The tea note is not listed but very much there. The pineapple is not overwhelming as that note tends to be normally. Very nice scent that can go anywhere.”
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