Best Scandal Pour Homme by Jean Paul Gaultier Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Scandal Pour Homme by Jean Paul Gaultier is an oriental woody fragrance combining the brightness of mandarin with the sweetness of caramel and the earthiness of vetiver. Clary sage adds an aromatic herbal touch, while tonka beans lend warmth and depth. Those drawn to this scent might focus on the balance between fresh citrus, sweet gourmand, and woody undertones when exploring similar perfumes.
Distant Hills in Silence 远山听寂 by Zhiwuzhi 挚物志 £120.00
- Key notes:
- clary sage
- elemi
- frankincense
- green leaves
- mandarin
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
Distant Hills in Silence is a meditative, woody-aromatic perfume inspired by twilight on a mountain peak and the quiet whispers of wind through the pines. It opens with resinous frankincense and elemi blended with clean green leaves and clary sage, before shifting into a bright citrus clash of mandarin, bergamot and lemon. Chilly black pepper sharpens the feel, before a mossy and powdery fusion of patchouli and violet lends a cold shadow to the composition.
Perfumer: Maxime Exler
Isleta by D:SOL MMXVI £140.00
- Key notes:
- amyris
- bergamot
- clary sage
- fig
- linden
- mandarin
- tea
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
The sun stands still. The air shimmers. Time dissolves. You are alone — but not lonely. Skin. Silence. Isleta is the echo of an island within you — a moment without direction, carried by light and warmth. A daydream in summer. Hold onto nothing. Just be.
Isleta is an extraordinary fragrance that shines with the generosity of summer. This bright green floral weaves a delicate dance between fresh grass and sultry jasmine sambac, savory fig and aromatic white tea.
004 Gin Cologne by Bon Parfumeur £105.00
- Key notes:
- juniper
- mandarin
- tobacco
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
Perfumer: Karine Dubreuil – Sereni
The fourth fragrance in the citrusy section of Bon Parfumeur’s library of perfume themes. This time it’s mandarin gin, juicy and green with a bit of spicy sweet tobacco in the background.
Cashmere Beige by MINT £170.00
- Key notes:
- mandarin
- musk
- petrichor
- tonka beans
- violet
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- transparent
- unconventional
Purple line
Perfumer: Karine Vinchon
A beautiful floral abstraction, sheer delight for the olfactive imagination: is it a lilac, or spicy carnation or all the aromas of many humble meadow flowers mixed in the spring rain?
The shady cool and crisp orris (made very dry with cedar and tonka) offers a floral riddle which every nose solves in his or her own way.
Kajal I by Kajal £195.00
- Key notes:
- cashmeran
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- mandarin
- orange blossom
- patchouli
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
Spiritually, number one represents beginnings, focus and determination. Kajal l, with its fresh, engaging warmth, has been crafted to underscore one’s innate dignity and charisma. Cassis, grapefruit and mandarin provide the big “hello!”. Guaiac wood, cardamom, orange blossom and cashmeran draw people in, while a soft vanillic cloud of sandalwood and oud extend the allure.
Perfumer: Christian Carbonnel
Sakura by Ormonde Jayne £195.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- cherry blossom
- coriander
- mandarin
- pink pepper
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- spicy
Opening with sparkling notes of lime and mandarin tempered with pink pepper and a green accord, delicate cherry blossom with soft almond aromas enhanced with powdery violets and creamy vanilla. Elusive elegance, realising the power of subtlety, radiating an inner confidence - to be worn with an innate love of understated good taste.
Živeli by Boka £215.00
- Key notes:
- brandy
- honey
- leather
- mandarin
- plum
- saffron
- tobacco
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- fruity
- woody
“Živeli” (ZHEE-vuh-lee) is a common Serbian toast used to wish good health and a long life. In this extrait, a juicy burst of plum brandy melts into a leathered tobacco, encapsulating a celebratory night out with friends. Giddy joy is further fluffed by cherry and raspberry notes, while the leather aspect is warmed by honey, saffron and labdanum.
This composition is 24% parfum concentration, with 70% natural ingredients. Capped in Mexican Riviera Gray marble in a delicately etched glass bottle.
502 Limited Cocoa Edition by Bon Parfumeur £60.00
- Key notes:
- eucalyptus
- mandarin
- papyrus
- rum
- sandalwood
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- woody
Extending a moment held in time. At dawn, hand in hand.
Images cross and softly intertwine.
Zesty tangerine, fresh eucalyptus, enveloped by cocoa. A loving memory.
Eau de thé & Gingembre by 100BON £35.00
- Key notes:
- ginger
- lemongrass
- mandarin
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- green
- spicy
A journey between citrus freshness and spicy oriental notes that captivates and intoxicates. A fragrance to awaken our senses and elevate our consciousness.
Perfumer: Serge de Oliveira
"In the summer, to refresh my mind, I like to walk along the paths of lemon trees, filled with sunshine and light. The smell of the barely ripe lemons is intoxicating and lively and mixes with the purity of the air. Eau de Thé & Gingembre transcribes this sensation of freshness. It is a cologne with sparkling citrus fruits enhanced with a floral heart and a spicy note of ginger. Its bright scent is ideal for me for hot summer days."
King Cobra by Zoologist £200.00
- Key notes:
- camphor
- cannabis
- cumin
- damp earth accord
- leather
- mandarin
- petrichor
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
Intoxicating aromas of exotic greenery infuse the ancient Indian forest. Yet a snake on the trail of its next meal can isolate the scent of a plump rat. But a flick of its slithering tail betrays the snake, sending the rodent darting away. Thwarted, the snake curls back upon itself, only to feel the cool touch of a menacing shadow of a towering King Cobra witnessing its failure. Now the predator becomes prey and there’s no escape. Intent on a breakfast devoured whole and without mercy, the hooded king strikes. Fangs sink deep, their venom coursing through the body of the snake. Instantly paralyzing heart and lungs, the toxins set to work dissolving the flesh from the inside out.
King Cobra from Zoologist is driven by danger and a desire to dominate. It hypnotizes with camphorous notes of Ganja and petitgrain, radiating coils of aromatic spices and damp mossy soil around a body heavy with incense. Finally, after shedding a delicate green leather, the powerful king ascends to his throne. A coronation of scent, King Cobra gives you license to rule.
Perfumer: Prin Lomros
About Scandal Pour Homme by Jean Paul Gaultier
- How does Scandal Pour Homme differ from these similar fragrances?
- Scandal Pour Homme balances mandarin's brightness with caramel's sweetness and vetiver's earthiness, enhanced by clary sage and tonka beans for warmth. The similar fragrances share some of these notes but vary in emphasis and additional accords, resulting in differences in freshness, sweetness, smokiness, or herbal character.
- Which notes define the oriental woody category of Scandal Pour Homme?
- Oriental woody fragrances typically combine warm, sweet, and resinous notes with woody elements. In Scandal Pour Homme, oriental facets come from caramel and tonka beans, while vetiver and clary sage contribute the woody and aromatic aspects.
- Can I find a fresher or smokier scent similar to Scandal Pour Homme in this selection?
- Yes, fresher options include Isleta and Eau de thé & Gingembre, which highlight citrus and herbal freshness. For smokier interpretations, Flash Back in New York and King Cobra incorporate smoky and leathery notes alongside woody bases.









