Fragrance guide · 20 picks

Best cedarwood colognes for men

Cedarwood is dry, clean and pencil-shaving woody. It is a backbone of many masculine and unisex fragrances. Below are the 20 best-rated cedarwood fragrances for men (including unisex) on MaxParfum, ranked by community rating and popularity, with a cheaper dupe where one exists.

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#1 Dior Dior Homme Parfum 2014 · Men · ★ 4.55 Iris, Woody, Leather
Cheaper alternative: FOMO Gary's Den +1 more
#2 Clive Christian Blonde Amber 2022 · Unisex · ★ 4.54 Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody
Cheaper alternative: La Ree Fragrances Golden Amber +5 more
#3 Armani Stronger With You Absolutely 2021 · Men · ★ 4.53 Vanilla, Wood, Balsamic
Cheaper alternative: RIIFFS Wonder Of You +2 more
#4 Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey Polaris 2020 · Men · ★ 4.52 Woody, Fresh Spicy, Amber
Cheaper alternative: Lattafa Qaa'ed
#5 Amouage Jubilation 40 Man 2023 · Men · ★ 4.48 Amber, Woody, Fruity
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Ecstasy 40 +1 more
#6 Parfums de Marly Herod 2012 · Men · ★ 4.45 Tobacco, Vanilla, Warm Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Maison Alhambra Hercules +3 more
#7 Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male 2015 · Men · ★ 4.44 Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet
Cheaper alternative: Afnull 9PM +5 more
#8 Gucci Envy for Men 1998 · Men · ★ 4.43 Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber
Cheaper alternative: Fomo The Envy Of Fomo
#9 Chanel Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum 2014 · Men · ★ 4.42 Citrus, Amber, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Canale Di Blue Parfum Intense
#10 Nishane Nefs 2019 · Unisex · ★ 4.41 Warm Spicy, Woody, Floral
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Nefarious
#11 Roja Dove Danger Pour Homme 2011 · Men · ★ 4.41 Woody, Aromatic, Lavender
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Danger Zone
#12 Roja Dove Oligarch 2016 · Men · ★ 4.41 Citrus, Aromatic, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Alexandria Fragrances Nobility
#13 Dior Ambre Nuit 2009 · Unisex · ★ 4.38 Rose, Citrus, Soft Spicy
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Arabian Amber Nuit +1 more
#14 Amouage Reflection 45 Man 2021 · Men · ★ 4.38 Amber, Aromatic, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Arabian Oud Only Black +4 more
#15 Creed Royal Oud 2011 · Unisex · ★ 4.37 Woody, Musky, Powdery
Cheaper alternative: Afnull Highness III Green +3 more
#16 Paco Rabanne 1 Million Elixir 2022 · Men · ★ 4.37 Vanilla, Fruity, Rose
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World La Uno Million Elixir
#17 Paco Rabanne 1 Million Lucky 2018 · Men · ★ 4.37 Woody, Sweet, Nutty
Cheaper alternative: Lattafa Ishq Al Shuyukh Silver +2 more
#18 YSL L'Homme Ultime 2016 · Men · ★ 4.37 Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Citrus
Cheaper alternative: Dua Fragrances Ultimate Rendezvous
#19 Dolce & Gabbana The One Royal Night 2015 · Men · ★ 4.36 Woody, Warm Spicy, Amber
Cheaper alternative: Pendora Scents Luxurious Night +1 more
#20 Guerlain Spiritueuse Double Vanille 2016 · Unisex · ★ 4.36 Vanilla, Amber, Woody
Cheaper alternative: Fragrance World Vanilla so sweet +1 more

Cedarwood fragrance FAQs

What is the best cedarwood cologne for men?

Based on community ratings, the top picks are Dior Dior Homme Parfum, Clive Christian Blonde Amber and Armani Stronger With You Absolutely. All 20 on this list are well-known fragrances with cedarwood in their notes.

What does cedarwood smell like in perfume?

Cedarwood is dry, clean and pencil-shaving woody. It is a backbone of many masculine and unisex fragrances.

Are there cheaper alternatives to these cedarwood fragrances?

Yes. 20 of these have known dupes on MaxParfum, for example FOMO Gary's Den (a dupe of Dior Homme Parfum), La Ree Fragrances Golden Amber (a dupe of Blonde Amber) and RIIFFS Wonder Of You (a dupe of Stronger With You Absolutely).

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