Based on my previous experience, I've received certain perfumes that are "watered down". How can I be certain that this perfume is authentic?
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Really the only way to be certain is when you have the fragrance in hand. There are certain distinctive features that a fragrance manufacturers put in place in order to prevent tampering or to distinguish from fakes. Now I have purchased several fragrances off Amazon and have never received a fake or water down fragrance. I usually check the reviews from previous costumers and compare it to how many have purchased from that particular merchant.
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I received authentic perfume. I cannot speak on behalf of the seller, but as a customer I had a good experience with this purchase. I even received samples of other perfumes along with it and a coupon code. My bottle was wrapped in the original plastic just as you would pick it up in the store.
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I bought a bottle and can tell you it is legitimate. From the packaging to perfume quality...right down to the label sticker on the underside of the bottle.
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I bought it and it smells exactly the same didn't see anything that led me to believe it's wasn't authentic ?
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Initially, mine seemed to smell like it was alcohol at first. But after sometime when the smell settlesdin, you would get the real sweet scent of the perfume. Except perhaps you didn't perceive the great scent few seconds after sprayIng . Only then would u be concerned that perhaps it's a fake. In all mine was fine.
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To the best of my knowledge it was real. Just smell the fragrance and you will be assured!! Or go and price it out at Macy's. You will come running back to Amazon to make your purchase
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Hi Joan That's a good question...one that I struggle with also. It's hard to say because I once did some research with regard to the tell tale signs to look out for in the case of one of my favourite brands CK Obsession; and to be quite honest I kinda came away a little wiser but still not entirely sure I could pick a fake. Aside from faults in packaging, a fake will be made of watered down or substitute elements that lead the scent to degrade quicker over time. With this in mind I found the product I received had the exact same scent as the bottle I bought from the store, and it seemed to last throughout the day...so I was pleased, and I did receive compliments on the scent. If I may add one more comment, after shipping is added the saving between what I'd paid here at Amazon and what the stores were charging was marginal. Hope that helps you. :)
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fake or expired even from amazon this is a problem for yrs. none of the scents last as long as their dept store counter parts. I've tried Perfume cologne all of them polo Burberry dior Gevenchy Dolce Gabbana all were noticeably different and weaker then dept store bought brands. You may get lucky and the warehouse is storing them correctly, not expired or not stealing them and replacing them. But I have not had that luck even from amazon I have a strict no third party sellers policy if available through amazon. These are more comparable to the outlet mall kiosks stores that sell markdown expired perfume in the walk ways. If that is what your used to it will smell real. But know if you go to a dept store and get it Macy's dillards etc. it will last longer and be stronger. 1/2 to 1 spritz should last most the day. Vs 2 or 3 for half a day as these are prone to be like.
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Mine was original ... I would want the eau de parfum , not the toilette . The parfum is always more intense . If the seller has a good reputation , I would not be worried . If he has sold fakes in the past ,reviews will state that. I love Euphoria!! It gets many compliments. I recently tried Calvin Klein Obsession . I had never wanted to try it because the commercials annoyed me . It is an older fragrance , but a KILLER!!!! I have many perfumes but these are two of the finest , and can be purchased reasonably compared to Chanels . They both draw compliments and are simply fantastic creations, esp for the price! They also are really long lasting . I love both! Mine was original ... I would want the eau de parfum , not the toilette . The parfum is always more intense . If the seller has a good reputation , I would not be worried . If he has sold fakes in the past ,reviews will state that. I love Euphoria!! It gets many compliments. I recently tried Calvin Klein Obsession . I had never wanted to try it because the commercials annoyed me . It is an older fragrance , but a KILLER!!!! I have many perfumes but these are two of the finest , and can be purchased reasonably compared to Chanels . They both draw compliments and are simply... » Read More Mine was original ... I would want the eau de parfum , not the toilette . The parfum is always more intense . If the seller has a good reputation , I would not be worried . If he has sold fakes in the past ,reviews will state that. I love Euphoria!! It gets many compliments. I recently tried Calvin Klein Obsession . I had never wanted to try it because the commercials annoyed me . It is an older fragrance , but a KILLER!!!! I have many perfumes but these are two of the finest , and can be purchased reasonably compared to Chanels . They both draw compliments and are simply fantastic creations, esp for the price! They also are really long lasting . I love both! « Show Less
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The reason people are saying it seems "watered down" is because they don't read what they are buying or are clearly just uneducated to how perfume is classified. It clearly states in the description that it is Eau de toilette. Higher quality brands have 2 versions: Eau de toilette (EDT) & Eau de parfum (EDP). The "parfum" version is what most people consider perfume and what a woman would wear on a date, it is 10 and 20 percent oil. "Eau de toilette" versions are usually less than 10 percent oil and provide a lighter, slightly less complex scent than an EDP does. It is designed that way to be more for everyday use. If you are comparing perfumes, make sure you are comparing the same versions, not EDT vs EDP. Most department stores will sample a stronger EDP and offer the weaker EDT at a sale price.
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First of all, if you have never smelled the original it would be best to do that at a department store so you can know how it is supposed to smell. I too love the original and know the difference because I've owned several vintage bottles. I took a chance on this one and am positive it is the real stuff. Your best bet is to go on Ebay and look for bottles like this one sealed in the box. I prefer the actual eau de parfum and saw what I was looking for on Ebay was quite pricey in the original 60's-70's style bottles I am familiar with. The only reason I did not purchase was because I became suspicious some unscrupulous sellers may be watering down those bottles because the real perfume came in a splash and spray type bottle. I would not purchase a splash style. My next purchase may still be an Ebay purchase in the EDP spray. No seller wants a bad rating and if I even suspect dilution will contact them for a full refund including shipping and will make them aware I will leave negative feedback if they refuse to comply. I hope my answer has been helpful to you. What I purchased here is the real deal and lasts long enough on my skin I am sure it is the genuine fragrance and perfume. If I have somehow been duped, the dupe is so incredible I have no remorse. ;) (I just looked at the prices on Ebay. Most are absurd. I had a great buy with this purchase on here.
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Unless it is a store like Macy's or is an actual perfume store, I would buy it online. Most of the time, it's cheaper and when you stick with reputable merchants, it's not a knock off. Hope I was able to help.
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My fear when I buy perfume at a department store is always, is this the real thing? I have learned that in many cases it is not; unfortunately you realize it after it's been opened. The one I bought in Bari, Italy, was, but now that I need to replace it I wonder where to get a good one. One of the expensive stores is probably the answer (Saks, Neiman, Nordstrom, etc...). The packaging shown online is the same as mine but that doesn't mean anything. Sorry I cannot give a more positive assurance.
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Possibly a knockoff. The fragrance does not last as long as the purchase I made at Victoria's Secret.
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Yes it appeared to be the original packaging and unopened but I remember it was leaking around the top when I opened it. I am going to update my original response because I've noticed now that I've had it for months and it has been sitting the fragrance last a lot longer.
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Hi Daphne! I've purchased this from Macys and other stores in the past and from Amazon too... The box comes sealed just like from any other store and the perfume has always been authentic in my experience... I personally think you should go ahead with the purchase and you won't be disappointed... Good Luck! :)
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I fully understand your concern that this item could very well be a KNOCK-OFF due to it's low price, I was thinking the same thing when I bought it for my wife. But I have to admit I believe it is genuine. The packaging is correct and the fragrance is amazing. I'm retired Navy and I used to get Joy, Shalimar, Chloe, Chanel #5 and Opium for my sisters when I was on Mediteranian cruises so I know what the real fragrances are. It's real but I don't know why it's so cheap. It's even the full strength PERFUME versus the eau de toilette or cologne. I'm very happy with it, at least my wife is.
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The bottle appeared to be authentic. The scent was not as strong as I remembered and did not last as long. Sorry. I wish I could be more helpful I have worn it for many years and it just came back on the market recently, Hopefully, it is true Patou