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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!”
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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.”
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 1471 reviews.
So sweet fragrance .i walk with confidence.i love it
Lady Million is one of my favourite perfumes but so expensive! so happy I found The Essence Vaults no 27, it smells identical! Now I can afford my favourite perfume 🙂
Gorgeous, juicy and sunny. Amazing staying power - lasts the whole day. A beautiful perfume to put you in a good mood. This is going to me one of my regular perfumes :)
This one's my favourite. I normally pay alot of money for this but a friend told me to try the essence vault, so I did and I'm amazed how alike it actually is. I will definitely be ordering from them from now on thank you..
Beautiful perfume only purchased samples to see which I prefered, but I love all 3 so will be buying them. Delivery was quick and customer service excellent
10 out of 10!
At first it is a bit harsh but let it settle down and wow! A beautiful Voilet sweet scent that I was looking for.
It lasts for days and is great on clothes so great for scarves etc
As you can see i am almost out so cannot wait for this to be restocked!
This is a great smell! Smells exactly like the original. I perfer the alien one. But both are very very nice! And can’t believe how quick it arrived. Would definitely buy again! I have put in another order as I love how the smell just like the real thing
This was the first Essence vault fragrance I have tried and I was very happy. It smells lovely. I will definitely be buying more from here. Great value for money. Would recommend to everyone.
I had heard good things about the perfumes but was not sure whether they would be like the originals. I ordered my favourite perfume and I was very surprise by how close the scent was to it. It smells amazing. Will definitely buy from here again.
Really impressed. Have spent nearly £100 on a 80ml bottle of the real thing multiple times before. This smelts identical and I have to say it lasts longer! Thank you
I've worn lady million for a few years now and I actually prefer this!! It's after tone is spot on lady million, but when first sprayed you can smell the individual notes of the perfume and its even better! I'm well and truly impressed and will be ordering again and trying others!! I got two of my favourite perfumes (also bought number 65) for less than the price of one!! 😍 Thank you!
I was genuinely a bit sceptical about this but fear not. Obviously I have the original and this is frighteningly close if not identical. Safe to say I’ll be testing out a lot more over the next few months - really can’t wait and what’s more important is……. The wife likes them too !
I absolutely love my purchase. The essence vault no. 27 smells exactly like lady million at a fraction of the price. Will definitely be purchasing more. Love love love ❤️