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Caron Parfum Sacre vs Khadlaj Perfumes Island Vanilla Dunes
Island Vanilla Dunes is the community's favourite of the two.
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Notes
Top
PepperCardamomCinnamonMimosa
Heart
Tincture of RoseCloveJasmineOrange Blossom
Base
MyrhhVanilleMusk
Accords
Warm spicy
100%
Amber
56%
Fresh spicy
53%
Rose
53%
Aromatic
47%
Cinnamon
46%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Parfum Sacre by Caron is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women. Parfum Sacre was launched in 1990. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Pierre Bethouart. Top notes are Pepper, Cardamom, Cinnamon and Mimosa; middle notes are Tincture of Rose, Clove, Jasmine and Orange Blossom; base notes are Myrhh, Vanille and Musk. Capturing notes from all fragrance categories in one scent, ‘Parfum sacre’ is an unprecedented accord of flowers and spices for the ultra-feminine woman. The bottle, encased in gold-leaf, reflects opulence, sensuality and pure unadulterated luxury.
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Notes
Top
VanillaCinnamonCardamomBergamot
Heart
Orange BlossomGuaiac Wood
Base
PralineAmberMusk
Accords
Warm spicy
100%
Vanilla
93%
Sweet
92%
Cinnamon
77%
Powdery
63%
White floral
61%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageStrong
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Island Vanilla Dunes by Khadlaj Perfumes is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Island Vanilla Dunes was launched in 2025. Top notes are Vanilla, Cinnamon, Cardamom and Bergamot; middle notes are Orange Blossom and Guaiac Wood; base notes are Praline, Amber and Musk. Khadlaj Island Vanilla Dunes is a unisex fragrance that combines warm, gourmand elements with sophisticated depth. The opening features a spicy-sweet blend of cinnamon, vanilla, bergamot, and cardamom. The heart introduces orange blossom, guaiac wood, and bourbon for refined warmth, while the base settles into praline, amber, and musk for a creamy, sensual finish. Designed for versatility, it balances comfort and elegance with above-average longevity.
Notes in Common
25% sharedShared (4)
CardamomCinnamonOrange BlossomMusk
Only in Parfum Sacre
PepperMimosaTincture of RoseCloveJasmineMyrhhVanille
Only in Island Vanilla Dunes
VanillaBergamotGuaiac WoodPralineAmber
Rating
4.22vs4.44
Ratings
1,297vs1,181
Concentration
ParfumvsEDP
Launch Year
1990vs2025
Which should I buy?
Island Vanilla Dunes is the community's favourite of the two.
- Island Vanilla Dunes is rated higher by the community: 4.44 from 1,181 ratings, against 4.22 from 1,297.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage votes lean "moderate" for Parfum Sacre versus "strong" for Island Vanilla Dunes.
- Both are voted best for winter and fall.
- Caron is a premium house (typically $100–250), while Khadlaj Perfumes is budget (typically under $40).
Buy Island Vanilla Dunes if you want the higher-rated option; pick Parfum Sacre if its note profile reads closer to what you already love wearing.