The Journal

Fragrance intelligence, written down

How pricing really works, how to buy well, and how not to get fooled — no sponsored fluff, no affiliate bait, just the knowledge we wish every buyer had.

FragranceIQ Editorial · 4 min read

How our buy/wait verdicts actually work

No black box: exactly how a price becomes a verdict, and why every verdict comes with its reasons attached.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 5 min read

EDT vs EDP vs Parfum, explained properly

The letters on the box change the strength, the character and the value equation — here’s how to read them.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 5 min read

The Australian fragrance sale calendar

Fragrance discounting in Australia is seasonal and surprisingly predictable. Here’s the map.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 4 min read

Making fragrance last longer — what actually works

Half the longevity advice online is folklore. This is the half that survives scrutiny.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 5 min read

How to spot fake fragrances in Australia

Counterfeit perfume is a real industry. A few habits make you effectively fake-proof.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 6 min read

The beginner’s guide to niche fragrance

What the word actually means, when the premium is real, and how to explore without torching your wallet.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 6 min read

Where to buy perfume cheapest in Australia

The cheapest bottle is rarely behind the biggest banner. Here is how the Australian fragrance market actually prices, and how to land the real low.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 6 min read

Fragrance dupes and clones, honestly

A clone is not a fake, and “cheaper” is not the same as “worth it”. Here is how to think about inspired-by fragrances without the hype or the snobbery.

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FragranceIQ Editorial · 5 min read

Baccarat Rouge 540 in Australia

The most-searched niche fragrance of the decade — here is the real price picture in Australia, the versions explained, and what to do if the sticker stings.

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