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Best overall dupe
Maison Alhambra Mindset
80% match · $30 vs $155 for the original (save $125) · 4-6 hour longevity
Mindset uses the same bergamot, orange blossom, Ambrofix and patchouli outline, and several dupe guides rank it at or near the top.
Compare all 3 dupes below ↓
Best YSL MYSLF Dupes
YSL MYSLF is a 2023 masculine woody floral built around a bright bergamot opening, a big Tunisian orange blossom heart and a clean Ambrofix and patchouli base. At about $155 for 100ml it is a popular modern designer pick, and Middle Eastern clone houses moved quickly to copy its orange blossom and woods formula.
Ranked comparison
| Dupe |
Match |
Longevity |
Sillage |
Price |
Verdict |
| Maison Alhambra Mindset |
80% |
4-6 hrs |
Moderate |
$30 |
Closest overall, flatter opening |
| Zimaya Itqan Noir |
75% |
5-7 hrs |
Moderate |
$30 |
Sweeter, leans toward MYSLF Le Parfum |
| Armaf Dubai Nights Midnight |
70% |
4-6 hrs |
Moderate |
$34 |
Decent clone, adds lavender and geranium |
Top picks explained
1. Maison Alhambra Mindset
Mindset uses the same bergamot, orange blossom, Ambrofix and patchouli outline, and several dupe guides rank it at or near the top. The opening is less sparkling, while the heart and drydown sit close to the original. Some testers note only moderate longevity, similar to MYSLF itself.
2. Zimaya Itqan Noir
Itqan Noir shares the bergamot and orange blossom over Ambrofix and patchouli structure and scores high in community comparisons. Its drydown is sweeter and warmer, so some reviewers think it sits closer to MYSLF Le Parfum than to the EDP. The opening is a little less polished.
3. Armaf Dubai Nights Midnight
It shares bergamot, orange blossom and patchouli, and one guide rates it highly for closeness. Others call it a decent but imperfect clone that adds lavender, geranium and extra woods while missing some of the original's smoothness. Some reviews find it slightly sweeter.
About YSL MYSLF
Scent family: Woody. Key notes: bergamot, orange blossom, patchouli, ambrofix, woody notes. It reads clean, fresh and slightly floral, more polished than sweet, which makes it easy for office wear, daytime and spring or fall evenings. The orange blossom gives it a softer, modern edge compared with classic blue scents. Performance is moderate, so reapplication is common on long days.
FAQ
What is the closest dupe to YSL MYSLF?
Maison Alhambra Mindset is the most consistently recommended, with a close heart and drydown and a slightly flatter opening. Zimaya Itqan Noir is a close second if you like it a bit sweeter.
Do MYSLF dupes last longer than the original?
Not really. Mindset and Dubai Nights Midnight land around 4 to 6 hours, and Itqan Noir a little more, which is similar to or slightly below the original.
Is there a MYSLF dupe closer to Le Parfum?
Reviewers say Zimaya Itqan Noir leans toward the sweeter Le Parfum style, so it is the better pick if that version is your reference.
