Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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Your Unique Aura, Amplified – Iso E Super, Cedar, Personal Magnetism.

Experience the scent that's uniquely you with No. 941, inspired by the minimalist concept of Molecule 01. This intriguing fragrance centres entirely on the single aroma-molecule Iso E Super, celebrated for its smooth, velvety, cedar-like radiance and personal adaptability.

It works with your natural skin chemistry to create a subtle, magnetic aura rather than a heavy perfume projection. Ideal for those who appreciate understated elegance, modern simplicity, or wish to enhance their unique personal scent signature.

Blended with precision in the UK, No. 941 delivers this fascinating molecular experience, offering a contemporary approach to personal fragrance with quality and value.

Notes similar to that found in Molecule 01® — A revolutionary, minimalist fragrance that enhances your natural scent. Built around a single, velvety-woody molecule, it creates a unique and personal aura that is both subtle and captivating.

🌲 Woody Notes · ✨ Amber · 🐘 Musk
Scent Profile: Woody & Earthy

✨ 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.

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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 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: 4.7 / 5 from 382 reviews.

Customer photo review of Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

I bought this one for my gf, its her favourite from all three and it smells so good

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Customer photo review of Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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!

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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

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Amazing scent that gets so many people asking what it is. Lasts all day and is a cracking price to boot!

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Tried a small bottle 941,loved it! Bought a big bottle,loved it! Awaiting 3 more arriving! No stopping me now!

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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.

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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

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LOVE LOVE LOVE! Fragrance smells exactly like the real deal, will definitely be purchasing more. Can't remember the fragrances enough.

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Customer photo review of Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

Such a beautiful scent. Fresh but sweet! Definitely a new favourite! Highly recommend if you're looking for a unique perfume that lasts.

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I love it! It is such a hard scent to describe but it's beautiful. Fresh but sweet. Definitely a new favourite!

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Customer photo review of Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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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!

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Really lovely perfume. I've had compliments since I've started wearing it. Smell lasts all day. Would recommend.

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Love this perfume just like the original and I work in retail with perfumes, get compliments all the time with it on so thank you

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

Get many nice commeents and people asking the name of my perfume because it smells so nice.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

I am very satisfied, smell of citrus fruits and persist for up to 10 hours.

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Great service. Love the perfume. So fresh and always admired. Thank you for sample but not my type of perfume.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

Love,love this perfume.. always get asked what perfume I am wearing. Smell is incredible.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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 !

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

Quick delivery, smells great had lots of lovely comments, so told them about your company , will be back for more when this one runs out x

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This scent i believe is a unisex fragrance. As a guy, i get a lot of compliments when I wear it.

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love ths. It lasts all day and stays on my clothes as im putting them in the wash..

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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.

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Beautiful ellagant smell . Got for my friends birthday she absolutely loves it. Long lasting and lots of compliments.

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

Fabulous scent, everyone asking what it is, lasts a long time to , makes me feel fresh all day, love it thank you

Inspired by Molecule 01 - 941

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!

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