Unfortunately, it is very funky smelling and sort of oily on the skin. Nothing like an inspired-by original scent. Made me feel a bit ill to be honest. It’s a shame as the marketing seemed really good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expertly blended in the UK. Unbeatable longevity. No designer markups.
Very close - close enough that Metro said: "We seriously couldn't tell the difference between this and the real deal."
We build each fragrance around the same scent profile as the original: the same opening notes, the same dry down, the same character.
We're not affiliated with the designer brands we reference, but we list our inspirations clearly on every product so you know exactly what you're getting before you order.
Every fragrance in our range is a true Eau De Parfum, formulated with high-quality fragrance oils. If you want stronger projection or longer wear, our Intense range uses an even higher oil concentration — you'll notice the difference in the first hour on skin.
Most of our fragrances last 8–12 hours, though this varies depending on your skin type, how you apply it, and the environment.
Dry skin tends to absorb fragrance faster - if that's you, applying to pulse points right after a shower (when pores are open) makes a noticeable difference. Our Intense range is formulated for stronger projection and longer wear if longevity is your priority.
Designer prices cover a lot more than what's inside the bottle - celebrity campaigns, luxury retail margins, and packaging that costs more to produce than the fragrance itself.
We skip all of that. Every pound goes into the formula: high-quality fragrance oils, UK manufacturing, and getting the scent right. That's why a 100ml bottle costs £24.99 instead of £120 or more.
Yes. We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all orders.
We know buying fragrance online carries some risk - you can't smell it before it arrives. So give it a few wears, see how it settles on your skin, and if it's not right for you, return the bottle for a full refund. No awkward questions.
Yes, absolutely!
One of the more frustrating things about expensive fragrance is rationing it - saving the bottle for occasions that feel worthy of the price. At £4.99 a bottle, that calculation disappears. Wear what you like, when you like, without thinking twice about it.
Yes. Every product we make is 100% vegan - no animal-derived ingredients - and cruelty-free at every stage of production.
Presence. Our core range is an Eau de Parfum blended at 20-25% fragrance oil, which gives most people 6 to 8 hours of wear. The Intense Collection is built to last longer, project further and carry deeper base notes, with 8 hours or more typical on skin.
Intense starts at £7.95 against £4.99 for the core range, so it comes down to how much the extra wear and presence matter to you.
Intense versions are available for most of our popular scents. Look for the black Intense label on the product page.
That's more common than you'd think. Two options depending on how you want to approach it.
Our Scent Finder Quiz asks about your occasions and the kinds of scents you already like, then recommends profiles that suit you — good if you want a quick steer.
If you'd rather try before you commit, our Discovery Set is the better route: 20 x 5ml samples for £44.99 (down from £100), available in For Him, For Her, or Unisex. Once you've found your favourites, you get an exclusive 20% discount code to put towards a 3x100ml bundle - bringing it down to £35.99 - that's £12 per 100ml bottle!
UK orders arrive in 2–3 business days with standard delivery, or 1–2 business days with express via Royal Mail. You'll get a tracking number by email as soon as your order is dispatched.
We also ship to Ireland, the EU, and the US — delivery times and costs vary by country and are shown at checkout.
The Essence Vault Guarantee
At The Essence Vault, we believe in fragrances that make you feel amazing. That's why we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee—so you can shop with confidence.
If you're not completely in love with your scent, simply return it within 30 days for a full refund. No hassle, no stress—just a promise that you'll find a fragrance you truly adore.
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 10693 reviews.
Unfortunately, it is very funky smelling and sort of oily on the skin. Nothing like an inspired-by original scent. Made me feel a bit ill to be honest. It’s a shame as the marketing seemed really good.
Jooles P. 1/5 Verified
Scent doesn’t last
Mark J. 2/5 Verified
nice.
John M. M. 5/5 Verified
this is yet another close fragrance ti the actual aventus afterdhave, long lasting and value for the money.
Derek J. 5/5 Verified
this is a really good aftershave and the fragrance is very close to sauvage, long lasting and good value .
Derek J. 5/5 Verified
Lang leveringstid
Magnus N. 2/5 Verified
It’s okay for day to day use. Haven’t had any negative comments yet, which is always good
Greg G. 4/5 Verified
👍🏼 good
Texder H. 5/5 Verified
Wonderfull. Totally unexpected
Timo L. 5/5 Verified
Smells great and lasts
Nicky M. 5/5 Verified
Good value
Heather R. 5/5 Verified
brilliant
Roslyn S. 5/5 Verified
Good
Dominic S. 5/5 Verified
Bought the original for my brother years ago for his bday kinda broke the bank, he loved it so much, I wanted to regift him perfume this year for Christmas, I noticed they did it here for 100ml and way cheaper which was amazing as I could afford to regift him his favourite scent without the ridiculous price tag. It’s so strong like the original and lasts for hours!
Alexis A. 5/5 Verified
Lekkere geur die redelijk lang blijft
Marc S. 4/5 Verified
Smells very authentic as far as I can tell.
Andrew C. 4/5 Verified
Smells amazing!
Temenuzhka M. 5/5 Verified
Excellent service and fantastic productivity 👏
Martin W. 5/5 Verified
Quick delivery good customer service and amazing fragrance. Aventus 200
David G. 5/5 Verified
Amazing everyone loves it
Paul O. 5/5 Verified
Great experience! Shopped with them lots of time!
Thomas G. 5/5 Verified
Smells great and the smell lasts
Fin K. 5/5 Verified
Amazing product, will be getting it again
Dennis Y. 5/5 Verified
A truly fantastic fragrance at a cost of the brand names, i truly recommend this to other people. Once you have brought these fragrances you will not be temted to go elsewhere. thank you again from a now dedicated buyer.
Keith C. 4/5 Verified
The smell was actually very good:)) I love it
Ayush G. 5/5 Verified
Great buy
Stephen R. 5/5 Verified
Great smell, scent lasts for ages..love it
Michael B. 5/5 Verified
Great long lasting scent!
Ivor W. 5/5 Verified
Great fragrance, as good as the original at a fraction of the price 😀
Derek H. 5/5 Verified
Great quality for the money, I will buy more in the future for sure
Josh D. 5/5 Verified
good price great product
Samuel M. 5/5 Verified
Gift for my son, he loves this aftershave
Caroline F. 5/5 Verified
Lovely smell
Patryk S. 5/5 Verified
nice smelling manly
Isaiah F. 4/5 Verified
Another superb product from the essence vault keep up the good work
Paul K. 5/5 Verified
What a great product smells awesome
Paul K. 5/5 Verified
I love this smell- my favourite and very much like the original
Jacqueline T. 5/5 Verified
Very good
Wayne F. 4/5 Verified
Smells exactly like it and lasts ages!
Harry O. 5/5 Verified