Question 1

What's the difference between Initial Eau de Toilette and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Initial Eau de Toilette is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Etienne Aigner (2021) dominated by Citrus accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Initial Eau de Toilette or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Initial Eau de Toilette scores 3.45/5 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 Initial Eau de Toilette and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 2 accords, including Amber, Woody, Grapefruit, Lavender, Patchouli. 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, Initial Eau de Toilette 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 Initial Eau de Toilette vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Initial Eau de Toilette scores highest for summer wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Initial Eau de Toilette leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Initial Eau de Toilette vs Sauvage Elixir

Підсумок порівняння

Спільні ноти (5)

Унікальні для Initial Eau de Toilette (7)

Унікальні для Sauvage Elixir (5)

Спільні акорди (2)

Часті запитання

Пульс настроїв спільноти — Sauvage Elixir

Позитивний

Негативний

Властивість	Initial Eau de Toilette	Sauvage Elixir
Бренд	Etienne Aigner	Dior
Рік	2021	2021
Оцінка	3.45	4.31
Концентрація	Eau de Toilette	Elixir
Стать	masculine	masculine
Усього нот	12	10