Question 1

What's the difference between In The Sea and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

In The Sea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Samy Andraus Fragrances (2021) dominated by Marine accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 1 accord: Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, In The Sea or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, In The Sea scores 3.40/5 vs Sauvage Elixir at 4.31/5. Sauvage Elixir's standout strength: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do In The Sea and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Sauvage Elixir: Sauvage Elixir is a polarizing fragrance with confirmed multiple reformulations that have weakened its legendary performance, especially in 2024-2025 batches.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, In The Sea or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Sauvage Elixir: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits In The Sea vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

In The Sea scores highest for spring wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. In The Sea leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

In The Sea vs Sauvage Elixir

Comparison Summary

Unique to In The Sea (8)

Unique to Sauvage Elixir (10)

Shared Accords (1)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	In The Sea	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Samy Andraus Fragrances	Dior
Year	2021	2021
Rating	3.40	4.31
Concentration	—	Elixir
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	8	10