From left to right: all-over moisturizer, body-wash, deodorant, EDT, Parfum, EDP
So instead of simply reviewing the EDT, EDP, and Parfum as I originally intended on doing, in addition to the colognes I'm going to review the deodorant stick, the all-over moisturizer, and the body wash. I'm also going to talk about my experience using all of them together as well as when and where you should wear the three different concentrations.
My first experience with Sauvage was not too long ago. I had been hesitant to buy it because, based on what other reviewers were saying about it, it sounded generic and uncreative. When I finally decided to give it a shot I went with the EDT, and I was pleasantly surprised by how good it actually was. After a few weeks with that, I decided to give the parfum a chance. And most recently, I got a bottle of the EDP version.
Which one do I think performs the best? Which one smells the most attractive? When and where do I think you should wear the different concentrations?
Let's talk about Sauvage and I'll let you know!
Sauvage EDT (2015)
Dior Sauvage was inspired by wild, open spaces and was announced as "radically fresh, raw, and noble at the same time". It is very much you're typical club fragrance; it's simple yet intense, easy-to-wear yet alluring and attractive, reasonably priced yet expensive smelling. I actually recommended the EDT as a great beginner's fragrance.
As I noted above, I wasn't expecting much when I first bought the EDT because most influencers had said it was worn by everyone. I was expecting something super generic and cheap smelling. But when I actually started using it I couldn't believe how intense it was. It only took me about a week to fall in love with the scent. It's so good!The composition is a little more complex than how I initially described it, but is still simple enough. At the top, we have bergamot, and pepper, in the middle there's Sichuan pepper, vetiver, patchouli, and lavender, and at the bottom there's ambroxan and cedar. When I initially apply the EDT I get a strong rush of the pepper mixed with the subtlety of the bergamot. Once it dries down a bit I get a lot of the ambroxan. It definitely has a woodsy vibe to it, although I don't really get any of the cedar, patchouli, or vetiver.
The best part of the EDT is how well it performs. I apply it in the morning and can still detect it around bedtime. Projection is also really good. I get a solid two hours of strong projection and about four more of light projection. It doesn't actually become a skin scent until around the 8 hour mark.
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| Dior Sauvage EDT (100ml) |
I would actually give the Sauvage EDT a 9.5/10. I love the scent and how well it works. My fiancée only gives this one a 7/10 because, according to her, it "smells a little off" and is "too intense". I happen to really like the EDT's intensity, but if you're looking for something a bit more refined, the EDP or parfum may be better choices.
Sauvage EDP (2018)
Sauvage EDP was released as a more multidimensional take on the EDT. It retains the spiciness of the EDT, but brings in a bit of sweetness and a more citrus-based vibe. The EDP is described as "enveloping, suave, mysterious, and sensual" I would say it is a nice step towards refinement.
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| Dior Sauvage EDP (100ml) |
So how does the EDP perform? Well not as well as the EDT, but it's pretty close. I get about 10 good hours out of this is, after which I get another 2 of it sitting very close to the skin. The projection from this one is a bit more subtle than the EDT, which makes it the better choice for wearing professionally. The EDP also has a bit more maturity than the original. While it doesn't smell old by any means, I could see a guy in his 30s successfully rocking this one, whereas it might be a bit off on a younger guy.
The price on this one, while a bit more expensive, isn't unreasonable. I got a 100ml bottle for $120, but there is also a 60ml for $95. Just like with the EDT, you are probably not going to find it much cheaper than retail price. I think it's because Dior is such a mega brand that even outlets can't offer their products at much of a discount. Regardless, I think the EDP is worth the price, as long as you're not expecting EDT-like projection.
I would give this one a 9/10 because of how great it smells and how well it performs. The only foible is that the projection is very light even when first applied. It is definitely not something I would wear in a big crowd because the scent would be easily subsumed by others.
Sauvage Parfum (2019)
Sauvage Parfum is the newest release in the Sauvage line. It is also the most different. While the EDP kept the Sichuan pepper and ambroxan-- arguably the substratum of what made the original Sauvage Sauvage-- the parfum takes a totally different approach. It's essentially a more refined version, and would be the perfect choice for professional settings. That's because this one lacks the potentially cloying aspect of the first two.
The composition of the parfum is really nice. I would probably say it's my favorite scent in the line. At the top there's bergamot and mandarin orange, in the middle there's sandalwood, and at the bottom there's vanilla and tonka bean. When I first apply it I get a bit of orange and vanilla, almost akin to a creamsicle-like vibe. Once it starts to dry down, I begin to get a lot of the sandalwood, which I really like. Honestly, there isn't a whole lot of transitioning in the parfum; rather, how it smells at the 30 minute mark is how it's going to smell throughout the life of the fragrance.
In terms of performance, it's not going to last the whole day like with the EDT. I get a solid 8 hours out of the parfum, which definitely isn't bad, but the majority of time it is a skin-scent with very light projection. It only really projects nicely for about an hour. If I were going to wear this one at work, I would probably keep a bottle at my desk to reapply before meetings and the such.
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| Dior Sauvage Parfum (100ml) |
The price is where Sauvage Parfum falters. I got a 100ml bottle for $150, which just to put into perspective, is $65 more than the EDT and $30 more than the EDP. This is probably because of the concentration of the composition; remember, the higher the concentration, the more costly a fragrance becomes. Much like the EDT and EDP, the parfum comes in a 60ml bottle as well, but it sells for $120 which definitely isn't as good of a value, in my opinion.
My fiancee and I actually agreed on this one: we both would give it an 8/10. I love the scent. The sandalwood is amazing, but I think it could use a bit of the Sichuan pepper from the first two to help increase its longevity. Either that or perhaps Dior could release a Sauvage Parfum eau intense similar to what Dolce & Gabanna did with Light Blue. As of right now, I don't think the parfum concentration is worth the price, but maybe you could find it cheaper from a third-party vendor.
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Because I don't want to make this post too long, I've decided to include the rest of my Sauvage review in a second post. Part two will have my reviews on the toiletries as well as an explanation of when and where I think each different Sauvage should be worn.
But for now, if you have any questions about the Dior Sauvage line feel free to reach out. You can send me an email at tnpersona@gmail.com or send me a message on my Facebook page.
-Ryan S.
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