The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe — cheaper alternatives

The Dua Brand Candied Hearts: released in 2025, powdery, violet and sweet, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe?

The closest The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe we found is Bath & Body Works Cotton Candy Clouds — 82% match.

The five closest scent matches — the best The Dua Brand Candied Hearts 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 The Dua Brand Candied HeartsProjection
1Bath & Body Works Cotton Candy Clouds82%about $15 (236 ml)3h vs 5h6/10
2Demeter Fragrance Marshmallow80%about $25 (−55%)3h vs 5h6/10
3Parfums de Coeur Body Fantasies Signature Cotton Candy78%about $5 (236 ml)4h vs 5h5/10
4Ariana Grande Sweet Like Candy72%about $35 (−36%)4h vs 5h7/10
5Solinotes Cotton Blossom72%about $30 (−45%)4h vs 5h5/10
  1. Bath & Body Works Cotton Candy Clouds — 82% scent match

    Evokes a similar airy, sugary sweetness reminiscent of the marshmallow notes in Candied Hearts, perfect for those who enjoy light gourmand scents.

    It shares its sweet, powdery and fresh accords with The Dua Brand Candied Hearts, lasts about 3h against 5h and carries 520 community ratings.

  2. Demeter Fragrance Marshmallow — 80% scent match

    Focuses heavily on the soft, powdery marshmallow accord that defines the heart of Candied Hearts, offering a simple and sweet olfactory experience.

    It shares its sweet and powdery accords with The Dua Brand Candied Hearts, lasts about 3h against 5h and carries 228 community ratings.

  3. Parfums de Coeur Body Fantasies Signature Cotton Candy — 78% scent match

    Provides a straightforward, sugary candy sweetness that aligns with the gourmand character of Candied Hearts at a very accessible price point.

    It shares its sweet and powdery accords with The Dua Brand Candied Hearts, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 883 community ratings.

  4. Ariana Grande Sweet Like Candy — 72% scent match

    Shares the sugary, floral-gourmand territory of Candied Hearts, blending sweet notes with a soft, powdery finish.

    It shares its sweet, powdery and floral accords with The Dua Brand Candied Hearts, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 6,561 community ratings.

  5. Solinotes Cotton Blossom — 72% scent match

    Leans into a similar sugary, confectionary vibe that mirrors the sweet, candy-like impression of Candied Hearts.

    It shares its powdery and sweet accords with The Dua Brand Candied Hearts, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 387 community ratings.

Which The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe is cheapest?

Demeter Fragrance Marshmallow, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 55% less than The Dua Brand Candied Hearts.

Which The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe lasts longest?

Ariana Grande Sweet Like Candy, at about 4h on skin, against about 5h for The Dua Brand Candied Hearts.

Which The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe is closest to the original?

Bath & Body Works Cotton Candy Clouds, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Bath & Body Works Cotton Candy Clouds saves you about $25 a year against The Dua Brand Candied Hearts. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.

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

Will a The Dua Brand Candied Hearts dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Ariana Grande Sweet Like Candy comes closest at 4.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

The Dua Brand Candied Hearts notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-10-27.