Dupe review · Scentual Obsessions
Royal Obsession
Royal Obsession is Scentual Obsessions's answer to Parfums de Marly Layton — at 56% less per 100ml.
- Smells like
- Parfums de Marly Layton
- Price
- $41.99
- Size
- 30ml
- Per 100ml
- $140
- Original per 100ml
- $320
- Made by
- Scentual Obsessions
The FragDNA review · on paper
Royal Obsession offers a richer, earthier take
FragDNA · compiled from a comparison on paper — the listed notes and prices; nobody has reviewed it yet · 22 October 2026
- Opening
- The top notes of apple, bergamot and lavender hint at a bright, aromatic opening.
- Dry-down
- The base notes of vanilla, guaiac wood, patchouli and praline suggest a warm, gourmand finish.
- Best for
- for those who enjoy sweet‑spicy, aromatic compositions
On paper, Royal Obsession mirrors Layton in eight of its nine listed ingredients: apple, bergamot, lavender, geranium, violet, vanilla, guaiac wood and cardamom. This strong overlap means the dupe retains the fruity‑citrus‑herbal character of the original while being offered at $140 per 100 ml, less than half the $320 price tag of Layton.
Where the original includes mandarin for a fresh citrus spark, Royal Obsession replaces it with patchouli and a touch of praline, introducing an earthy depth and a confectionery sweetness. These additions could shift the fragrance towards a more gourmand and woody profile, distinguishing it from Layton’s cleaner citrus‑spice balance.
The verdictBased solely on the listed ingredients and price, Royal Obsession appears to be a more affordable, slightly sweeter and earthier interpretation of Layton. Its shared core notes preserve the original’s character, while the added patchouli and praline set it apart.
Nobody has reviewed this dupe yet — this compares the published notes and prices. We rewrite it as soon as wearers do.
Strong contender
FragDNA score · on paper
On paper
Strong contender. That is where Royal Obsession lands when you weigh what it costs, what it is made of and how firmly it is matched to Layton.
Scentual Obsessions lists 8 of the 9 notes in Layton's pyramid — apple, bergamot, lavender, geranium and violet and more. What it does not list: mandarin; and it adds patchouli and praline of its own.
At $140 per 100ml it costs 56% less than Layton — the 15th cheapest of 15 twins we can price.
Some wearers dispute how close it gets — the match is the seller's claim, so read the votes before you buy.
Notes compared with Layton
in bothonly in the original+ only in Royal Obsession
Reviewed on paper: from the notes and strength Scentual Obsessions publishes, the price per 100ml, and how firmly the match is claimed. How it really smells on skin is what the votes below are for.
What it's built to smell like
What it is chasing: apple, bergamot and mandarin up top, lavender, geranium and violet in the middle, vanilla, guaiac wood and cardamom underneath — the shape of Parfums de Marly Layton.
Top
- apple
- bergamot
- mandarin
Heart
- lavender
- geranium
- violet
Base
- vanilla
- guaiac wood
- cardamom
For the one who lingers in memory. Crisp apple and bergamot melt into spiced vanilla and guaiac — sweet, warm, unforgettable.
Some fans dispute how close this one gets — it is listed against the original by its seller.
How it ranks against the other twins
Of the 21 twins of Parfums de Marly Layton we can price, Royal Obsession is number 15 on price per 100ml.
- 01 The Essence Vault Layton $32/100ml
- 02 The Essence Vault The Essence Vault $32/100ml
- 03 The Essence Vault Layton $32/100ml
- 04 Al Haramain Detour Noir $32/100ml
- 05 Noted Aromas Manila $33/100ml
- 06 Khadlaj Azure Velvet $33/100ml
- 07 AromaPassions Charm $69/100ml
- 08 ALT Fragrances Stallion $82/100ml
- 09 HK Perfumes 5 Carats $89/100ml
- 10 The Clone Layvish No. 67 $90/100ml
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The community
What people say about Royal Obsession
Rating
—How close to Layton
—Would buy again
—Longevity
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In the forum
Start a discussion →Questions
What does Scentual Obsessions Royal Obsession smell like?
It is built to smell like Parfums de Marly Layton — apple, bergamot and mandarin up top, lavender, geranium and violet in the heart, vanilla, guaiac wood and cardamom in the base.
Is Scentual Obsessions Royal Obsession a dupe of Parfums de Marly Layton?
Yes — Scentual Obsessions sells it as its version of Parfums de Marly Layton.
How much cheaper is Scentual Obsessions Royal Obsession than Parfums de Marly Layton?
56% less per 100ml: about $140 per 100ml against $320 for the original.
Where can I buy Scentual Obsessions Royal Obsession?
It is in stock at $41.99 for 30ml — the link on this page goes straight to the shop.