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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.”
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 274 reviews.
This is a beautiful perfume! I haven’t actually tried La Bomba so cannot compare but this perfume has been so well complimented. It lasts really well and once settled it smells amazing. It’s not too sweet or fruity just the right amount of each. I purchased the 30ml to try, I will definitely be purchasing the bigger bottle.
Absolutely beautiful scent its just like the original one you can't tell the difference at all. You will not be disappointed if you love the original one. I have had so many compliments with this and mostly from men
Identical to the real thing - I bought it based on reviews of this fragrance but also on past purchases of other fragrances. As usual the perfume was excellent with one person at work asking
If I was wearing la Bomba & how it’s one of her favourites!
I had the original bought at Christmas and used the last bit a while ago. I saw it on here and thought I’d give it a try. Well, I’m so pleased I did! Smells exactly like the original! I love it! I have just placed an order for 3 more of my fave perfumes and can’t wait till they arrive! Will defo keep coming back when I run out! Thank you so much for your lovely perfumes! I’m addicted! 🥰🥰
Amazing experience, fast delivery and great packaging. Perfumes came amazing they last so long and have such a nice scent! Just like the real thing but for a quarter of the price.
I ordered the 5ml sample size for travelling light.
The packaging was very nice and presented like more than a sample.
It’s the perfect size to fit your purse or small bag.
I’m told it smells great, I don’t have a sense of smell any more (Covid) but I still like to smell great and I’m told this does the trick 😁
Love it! Sweet and juicy. A strong fragrance just like the OG. It has a distinctive almond marzipan undertone to it, that I love with the dragonfruit notes. I know some people aren’t a fan of the OG but I think this is a winner
Love the smell of this fragrance! I ordered this on a whim to try the scent as have never smelt La Bamba before. But I am far from a disappointed with the smell and notes of this perfume.
It's somewhat sweet but not over overbearing, and is strong enough to last hours on end. I would highly recommend this item!
My absolute favourite, I have the original and this perfume smells as close to the original as you can get, saves me a ton of money and I can use and enjoy my signature scent every day. Thank you for providing me with the option of enjoying my favourite perfume at a fraction of the price. Love it!!
I had the original perfume bought for me as a gift , this is absolutely the ditto of it and a fraction of the price , always complimented when I’m wearing it it , definitely my favourite so far❤️
The good lady likes this fragrance as it has a nice presence without being overwhelming, (her words!), also texture is velvety and lays onto skin nicely with a lasting fragrance. That's good enough for me!..
The 1st time l wore this 2 people asked what perfume are you wearing and they were going to check out your site as soon as they got home met them a few days later and they had already purchased they are waiting patiently for their delivery 🎀👏
Absolutely love this perfume. One of my EV favourites and I have many. My daughter has the original and you genuinely cannot tell the difference between the two.
Love this! One of the nicest and longest lasting scents I have tried from the essence vault. Have had lots of compliments and will definitely buy this one again.
Wow! So I saw this on Essence Vault but hadn’t tried the original. I was travelling to Copenhagen to visit family so had a spray in the airport and loved it, ordered the EV one straight away and it smells exactly the same, such a beautiful and unusual fragrance, like nothing I’ve owned before.
I love it so much I ordered another bottle and my bestie has also ordered one because she loves how it smells on me. Thanks Essence Vault, I’m obsessed with you ♥️
Next to Baccarat Rouge, now my favourite scent. Long lasting, really different on me, strong yet not cloying.
Really strong scents give me nauseating headache but La Bomba doesnt. I’m just not very keen in the name!
At first I thought it was a bit off the original but still nice however, after wearing it the first day so many colleagues and even customers asked what perfume I had so I knew it smelt like the original more than i because I get the same reaction. The perfume is very strong like the original and long lasting 😍
Smells Amazing! I'm not sure how identical it is to the original because its so expensive, but i love it so much. Great price too. Will definitely buy more fragrances to see how they compare.