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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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“Trust me when I say these perfumes smell just like the real thing. They also last a very long time - one spray in the morning, and I can still smell it at bedtime! I 100% recommend them!”
Kimran S.
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Had so many compliments and they last so long!
“Absolutely in love with all the perfumes I purchased! I had to go back for more. I originally ordered the 3 x 100ml bundle and then got six more. So, so happy!”
Clare B.
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I’m a customer for life, thank you so much, 100% satisfied
“I’m absolutely delighted with my fragrance, it smells beautiful, I’ve had so many comments when I wear it. Very efficient delivery, great packaging and amazing value.”
This is a fantastic scent. At first I used it to layer with other fragrances but now I’ve had this for several months and now macerated it’s great on its own. In fact the Layton and Adventus ones are the same. Improved well with age. Buy all 3 and take advantage of the offers!
Absolutely adore this fragrance. If you like a sort of Oud, rosemary and lime kind of fragrance it’s for you! I’ve had a lot of complements so far and I can’t wait to travel with it in my wash bag
It was my Daughter in Law that introduced me to your site. I'm so glad that she did fantastic range of perfumes with affordable prices delivery very quick. I see you have added more to your website so l will definitely be ordering again. Thank you for a very reliable service and perfumes that are just as good as originals but half the price.
The intensity is insane!!! One spray and i still smell it in the end of the day. At first i was sceptical, but jeez it‘s fire. The Shipping to Austria took a while but the waiting was worth it. I mean seriously, the intensity of the scent is insanneeee!!! Wow
INCREDIBLY BEAUTIFUL !! I've bought alot of purfumes on here so I was a bit hesitant because this is a new drop and has no reviews yet but this smells exactly like the real thing. It's a very natural expensive smell unlike alot of synthetic purfumes. It's a base note purfume so it can be worn on it's own or layered with other purfumes to enhance them. It's some how brought out a new citrus smell in my sweet purfume that I love even more now. After this purfume has settled you might not be able to smell it on yourself but I've has so many people asking me what I'm wearing even hours after spraying it on. I smell a very subtle sweet, woodsy smell thats got a little something extra that I can't describe that makes this smell incredible and addictive. I can't wait for the intense version ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Absolutely amazing. I had an email to say there was a limited trial of this scent and my god, did I jump on it. It smells incredible, starts off fresh and lemony and after a few hours, it turns deep and woody. I have bought lots of different scents from here, Connor is a genius! I've saved literally thousands from not buying the real perfumes and trusting this site. Couldn't recommend highly enough, keep up the incredible work!
Only bought the 30ml as wasn't sure if it would smell the same and I'm delighted to say it did. I will buy again and try some others too. Very happy with my purchase.
Love this perfume and it is always greatly admired whenever I wear it, which is most days.
Great selection of perfumes.
Ordering very simple and delivery always prompt and hassle free.
Good company.
Great value for money. Always have small size in my car and big bottle in house.
Very citrusy and fresh. Really love this one - no idea if it’s like the original although it does smell different on other members of the family who have tried it. I think that is a trait of the original.
It's perfection! I've spent alot of money on designer fragrances over the years and this perfume isnthe one that gets me compliments.. it's my second bottle and I LOVE it !
I absolutely love my branded perfume, however I just can't justify spending over a hundred quid to smell nice in this financial crisis. Thank goodness I found an amazing scent that is identical for a fraction of the price! Am now stocking up on all my faves and buying gifts for my loved ones.
The very first time I smelt the original fragrance I fell in love with it! It smells absolutely amazing, so thought I'd order TEV version and I wasn't disappointed! This smells absolutely incredible and exactly the same!