Inspired by Cool Water - 118
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Inspired by Cool Water - 118
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Inspired by Cool Water - 118
Inspired by Cool Water - 118
Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

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Dive into invigorating oceanic freshness. Feel the cool rush of sea notes, mint & lavender. Pure revitalisation.
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Ocean Freshness, Dynamic Energy – Mint, Lavender, Invigorating Power.

Dive into iconic freshness with No. 118, inspired by the invigorating power of Cool Water. This legendary aromatic aquatic blends sharp peppermint and clean lavender with crisp green notes and refreshing marine accords, evoking the immense power of the ocean.

It’s the scent of dynamic, natural masculinity and boundless energy, recognized worldwide. Perfect for everyday wear, active pursuits, or anytime you want to feel intensely refreshed and confidently cool with its classic signature.

Crafted with care in the UK, No. 118 delivers this signature experience of oceanic freshness, offering exceptional quality and lasting energy affordably.

Notes similar to that found in Cool Water® - A sharp, aquatic burst of crisp sea water and cooling mint, balanced by fresh lavender, green nuances, and a deeply grounding base of oakmoss, musk, and rich woods. An invigorating and timeless classic that radiates pure ocean energy.

🌿 Mint · 🌊 Sea Notes · 💜 Lavender
Scent Profile: Aromatic & Aquatic
Full Note Breakdown:
  • Top notes: Mint · Lavender · Rosemary · Sea Notes
  • Middle notes: Geranium · Jasmine · Sandalwood
  • Base notes: Tobacco · Oakmoss · Musk · Amber · Cedar

✨ Accessible Luxury Scents: Experience the captivating designer-inspired fragrances you adore, crafted with premium ingredients, at a fraction of the high-end cost. Smell expensive, spend wisely.

⏱️ Impressive Performance, UK Crafted: We use high concentrations of quality fragrance oils in our Eau de Parfum, ensuring impressive longevity and sillage. Expertly blended right here in the UK for reliable quality.

⭐ Trusted by Thousands: Don't just take our word for it! Join our community of happy fragrance lovers – check out thousands of genuine customer reviews raving about our quality and accuracy.

🌱 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Feel good about smelling great. All our fragrances are proudly 100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free, always.

✅ Your Risk-Free Guarantee: Try your chosen scent with absolute confidence. If you don't completely love it within 30 days, simply return it for a full, no-quibble refund.

We deliver to the UK, Ireland as well as most of Europe and the USA. We offer a range of shipping options to get your fragrances delivered right to your door, quickly and safely.

UK Delivery

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 2-3 business days via EVRI 48 hour tracked service for £2.45.
  • Express Delivery: Delivered within 1-2 business days via Royal Mail Tracked 24 service for £4.65.

Ireland Delivery

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 2-3 business days via An Post tracked service from €2.99.

EU Delivery

  • Standard Delivery: Delivered within 3-7 business days via DPD tracked service from £5.99*

USA Delivery

  • Standard Shipping: Delivered within 3-7 business days via FedEx tracked service for $10.99.
  • Express Shipping: Delivered within 3-5 business days via FedEx tracked service for $13.00.

Tracking Your Order:

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive a tracking number via email. You can track your package by using the order number on our tracking page.

Please note:

  • We cannot currently deliver to Alaska or PO Boxes.
  • In the event of adverse weather, deliveries may be affected and we cannot guarantee all delivery times.

For more information on Shipping & Delivery, you can check our Help Centre.

* Please see checkout for country-specific pricing.

We want you to love your new scent. If it's not quite right, you can return it for a full refund or exchange within 30 days of delivery - no awkward questions.

A few things to keep in mind

  • We know you need to try a fragrance to know if it's right for you, so a few test sprays are absolutely fine. We just ask that the bottle hasn't been heavily used and is returned in its original packaging within the 30-day window.
  • For Home Reed Diffusers and Car Diffusers, please pop the closure cap back on before returning - we need it to be included for the return to be processed.

Ready to start a return or just have a question? Get in touch via our contact page and we'll get it sorted for you.

Please be aware that products mentioned throughout our site are a mere guide and in no circumstance should be mistaken for the actual high street, designer or Niche brand. Names and copyrights, used or unused, are properties of their respective manufacturers and/or designers. These are simply inspirations, and are not 'identical' to any other fragrance or original.The Essence Vault are not to be confused with originals and we have no affiliation with the manufacturers of these unnamed designer brands. All 'Trademarks', used or unused, are property of their respective owners. We are not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorised, or sponsored by any trademark holder referenced or unreferenced herein. The use of any product name is for identification and reference purposes only, and does not imply any association with the trademark holder.

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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!”

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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 111 reviews.

Customer photo review of Inspired by Cool Water - 118

This was a “Mystery” fragrance. It smells amazing! It’s based on Neroli Savage and I will definitely be buying more! This is my first order from The Essence Vault and I’m really impressed! The fragrance lasts all day and is gorgeous.

Susan C. 5/5

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Customer photo review of Inspired by Cool Water - 118

What a brilliant fragrance, very like Coolwater but with its own take on it. Nice and fresh scent that lasts all day. And who can argue with such good value?! Five stars for me *****

Ian H. 5/5 Verified

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Fabulous, quality item and affordable prices. Love this item, Wil be purchasing again soon.

Mark R. 5/5

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

I got this for my son to try. He said he couldn’t tell the difference. He’ll be coming back for more

Terri W. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

I have ordered this same perfume more than 3 times now. If it's not good, I won't continue to place orders. Also, people say wherever I am, the place smells nice. Lots of good compliments when I combine 118, 144 and 479. Its magical

Titilope A. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Smells like the real thing (people come up to me and ask) and it lasts a long time 🤩

Owain W. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Smells beautiful son was very happy with his gift smells exactly like the branded one 🙌

Jackie P. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Another hit from the essence vault. At a fraction of the cost it's worth every single penny and there's always a fantastic deal to be found. Don't hesitate make the switch go Essence Vault and save the £££ , you won't be able to tell the difference.

Billy M. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Quick deliver. Very happy with the avtershave. Smells exactly like the real thing abd really does last longer. I will purchase again.

Leo M. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Love this! Went out shopping wearing it and was told I smelled delicious! Will certainly purchase again. Long lasting too. I could still smell it lingering at teatime having sprayed it in the morning. Lovely fresh fragrance, uplifting.

Debbie D. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Smells amazing and fragrance lasts ! Very impressed and definitely will be buying the full size bottles now

Shyamal B. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

It smells just the same when I bought it first in America. Beautiful.

Vernica P. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

It smells good and my husband uses it every day since received. Especially good value for money

Hayley H. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

It's ok but not wow enough for me. A6 out of 10, is a grade I am giving this one.

Sydney M. 3/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Excellent fragrances I have bought 4 now and so happy with the service and price, all the fragrances last a good amount of time and smell close to originals

Simon M. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

I could hardly wait for this fragrance and you didn’t let me down. It’s amazing and is my go to fragrance 😀 Thank you so much., I will be back!

Jennie B. 5/5 Verified

Inspired by Cool Water - 118

Habe schon mehrere, dem Orginal ähnliche Produkte anderer Hersteller ausprobiert, ihr seid die besten. Das betrifft nicht nur den Duft, auch das er lange anhält. Ich werde euch weiter empfehlen.

Lothar B. 5/5 Verified

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