Dupe review · The Dua Brand
Everest
Built to smell like Creed Himalaya.
- Smells like
- Creed Himalaya
- Price
- $55
- Size
- 34ml
- Per 100ml
- $162
- Original per 100ml
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- Made by
- The Dua Brand
The FragDNA review
Everest captures Himalaya’s fresh‑woody spirit at a fraction
FragDNA · compiled from 1 review and 4 short takes from Parfumo wearers · 22 October 2026
- Opening
- A bright burst of bergamot, grapefruit and lemon that quickly leans into sandalwood.
- Dry-down
- Cedar and musk linger with a whisper of tonka, though the classic ambergris‑rich base is noticeably lighter.
- Longevity
- Around 8‑10 hours when layered, slightly shorter solo.
- Projection
- Moderate, a clean trail that stays close to the skin.
- Best for
- Day‑time office wear, fresh‑woody fans, budget‑conscious fans of Creed.
Dua’s Everest arrived as an affordable answer to Creed’s Himalaya, a scent that has long been praised for its crisp citrus‑wood blend. Buyers are drawn to its promise of the same grapefruit‑sand‑wood heart without the designer price tag, and many appreciate that it slots neatly into a collection alongside other Dua reinterpretations of classic fragrances.
The opening mirrors Himalaya’s citrus trio—bergamot, grapefruit and lemon—delivering a spritz that feels instantly fresh. As the scent settles, sandalwood and cedar provide the woody backbone, but reviewers note that the deep, ambergris‑toned base of the original is softened, leaving a cleaner, slightly less rich finish that some describe as “zesty and bitter”.
Performance-wise, Everest holds up well enough for everyday wear, especially when used as a layering base for Himalaya, extending the latter’s longevity to nine or ten hours. Projection is modest, making it suitable for close‑quarter environments. Its price point and decent endurance make it a solid choice for those who enjoy fresh woody aromatics but need a more budget‑friendly option.
The verdictEverest delivers a recognisable take on Himalaya’s fresh‑woody character, albeit with a lighter base, and offers good value for its price.
What we read: Parfumo wearers · Parfumo.de wearers
Strong contender
FragDNA score · on paper
On paper
Strong contender. That is where Everest lands when you weigh what it costs, what it is made of and how firmly it is matched to Himalaya.
The Dua Brand sells it on the name alone — no note list of its own — so the brief is Himalaya's pyramid, and the closeness votes below are the real test.
At $162 per 100ml it costs 87% less than Himalaya — the 10th cheapest of 10 twins we can price.
Reviewed on paper: from the notes and strength The Dua Brand 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: bergamot, grapefruit and lemon up top, sandalwood and cedar in the middle, musk, Tonka Bean and ambergris underneath — the shape of Creed Himalaya.
Top
- bergamot
- grapefruit
- lemon
Heart
- sandalwood
- cedar
Base
- musk
- Tonka Bean
- ambergris
Grapefruit and sandalwood in a clean, airy composition made for everyday wear.
How it ranks against the other twins
Of the 12 twins of Creed Himalaya we can price, Everest is number 10 on price per 100ml.
- 01 Copycat Fragrances Himalaya $29/100ml
- 02 The Essence Vault Himalaya $32/100ml
- 03 The Essence Vault The Essence Vault $32/100ml
- 04 The Essence Vault Himalaya $32/100ml
- 05 AromaPassions Temptation $69/100ml
- 06 Perfume Parlour Peak of the World For Men $83/100ml
- 07 Perfume Parlour Peak of the World $83/100ml
- 08 Zoha Aroma Himalaya $108/100ml
- 09 Alexandria Fragrances Himalaya Mountains $110/100ml
- 10 The Dua Brand Everest $162/100ml
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The community
What people say about Everest
Rating
—How close to Himalaya
—Would buy again
—Longevity
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What does The Dua Brand Everest smell like?
It is built to smell like Creed Himalaya — bergamot, grapefruit and lemon up top, sandalwood and cedar in the heart, musk, Tonka Bean and ambergris in the base.
Is The Dua Brand Everest a dupe of Creed Himalaya?
Yes — The Dua Brand sells it as its version of Creed Himalaya.
Where can I buy The Dua Brand Everest?
It is in stock at $55 for 34ml — the link on this page goes straight to the shop.