Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe — cheaper alternatives

Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse: released in 2007, lavender, soft spicy and fresh spicy, about 4h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe?

The closest Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe we found is Demeter Fragrance Licorice — 82% match, about $45 (estimate) versus about $270 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Hermès Hermessence Brin de ReglisseProjection
1Chloé Eau de Fleurs Lavande80%about $15 (−94%)6h vs 4h3/10
2Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme78%about $35 (−87%)6h vs 4h6/10
3Bvlgari Eau Parfumee au The Vert Extreme68%about $65 (−76%)5h vs 4h4/10
4Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Anisia Bella67%about $100 (−63%)5h vs 4h6/10
5Demeter Fragrance Licorice82%about $45 (−83%)3h vs 4h4/10
  1. Demeter Fragrance Licorice — 82% scent match

    Focuses heavily on the distinct, sweet-spicy anise character found in Hermessence Brin de Reglisse, offering a straightforward and accessible aromatic experience.

    It shares its soft spicy, sweet and anis accords with Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse, lasts about 3h against 4h and carries 52 community ratings.

  2. Chloé Eau de Fleurs Lavande — 80% scent match — discontinued

    Highlights the clean, herbal lavender aspect of the reference, providing a soft and airy aromatic profile that feels very similar in its botanical focus.

    It shares its aromatic, lavender and fresh spicy accords with Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 282 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  3. Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme — 78% scent match — discontinued

    Shares a sophisticated, spicy-herbal structure that evokes the same dry, aromatic elegance found in the Hermessence line.

    It shares its fresh spicy, soft spicy and aromatic accords with Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse, lasts about 6h against 4h and carries 455 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  4. Bvlgari Eau Parfumee au The Vert Extreme — 68% scent match — discontinued

    While centered on tea, it shares a similar crisp, green, and aromatic transparency that makes it a refreshing alternative to the reference.

    It shares its fresh spicy, aromatic and green accords with Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 714 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  5. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Anisia Bella — 67% scent match — discontinued

    Explores the bright, spicy side of anise and herbs, offering a lighter and more citrus-forward take on the aromatic profile of the reference.

    It shares its soft spicy, fresh spicy and green accords with Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse, lasts about 5h against 4h and carries 281 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe is cheapest?

Chloé Eau de Fleurs Lavande, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 95% less than Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse.

Which Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe lasts longest?

Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme, at about 6h on skin, against about 4h for Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse.

Which Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe is closest to the original?

Demeter Fragrance Licorice, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Chloé Eau de Fleurs Lavande saves you about $370 a year against Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme comes closest at 6.1h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Hermès Hermessence Brin de Reglisse notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-18.