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Yes, Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver is a real Santal 33 dupe. It shares 6 of Santal 33’s 8 notes, and it costs $45 instead of $250.
The catch? It’s a body mist, so it sits closer to your skin. Below I show you every note side by side, where the two smell different, and the simple trick I use to make it last all day.
The quick answer
- Does it smell like Santal 33? Very close. Same creamy sandalwood, same cedar, same spicy cardamom.
- What’s different? No leather. It’s a little greener and softer.
- Does it last? Not quite, but I might not be able to smell it. More on that.
- Price: $45 for 100 ml vs. $250 for Santal 33.
Every note, side by side
This is why the two smell so alike. Perfume is just a recipe. When two recipes share most of the same parts, they smell like cousins.
| Note | Santal 33 | Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver |
|---|---|---|
| Australian sandalwood | Yes | Yes |
| Cedarwood | Yes | Yes |
| Cardamom | Yes | Yes |
| Iris (orris) | Yes | Yes |
| Ambrox | Yes | Yes |
| Violet | Violet | Violet leaf (greener) |
| Leather | Yes | No |
| Papyrus | Yes | No |
| Amber | No | Yes |
| Vetiver | No | Yes |
6 of 8 notes match. Australian sandalwood is the star of both. That is the warm, creamy, “pencil shavings” smell people love.
Where they smell different
No leather. Santal 33 has a smoky, suede-like edge. Salt & Stone skips it. So it smells softer and cleaner.
Vetiver instead of papyrus. Vetiver is an earthy grass root. It makes Salt & Stone smell a little greener, like a walk in the woods.
It’s a mist, not a perfume. A mist is lighter. I smell it when I immediately spray it, and I can’t deny I’ve gotten asked by my gym trainer if I’m wearing Le Labo Santal 33… when I admittedly say no it’s Salt & Stone. SO, seems like the smell lasted but only she noticed.
How to make it last all day
Body mists fade faster than perfume. The fix is layering: use the same scent at every step.
- You can choose to wash with the Santal & Vetiver body wash and use the same lotion. Even the same deodorant.
- Mist your skin, your hair and your clothes. Salt & Stone says fabric and hair hold the scent longer.
- Or… mix it up. I have Santal 33 for when it truly matters. But for when I’m just going to the gym, or not doing much with my day, then Salt & Stone does the job.
The price math
| Santal 33 | Salt & Stone | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $250 | $45 |
| Size | 50 ml | 100 ml |
| Type | Eau de parfum | Body mist |
| Extras | None | Hydrates with glycerin + red algae |
You could buy the whole Salt & Stone layering set for less than one bottle of Santal 33.
Who should buy which
- Buy Salt & Stone if you want the Santal 33 smell for everyday, the gym, or the office, and you like a softer scent.
- Buy Santal 33 if you want the smoky leather and a scent people notice from across the room.
- Get both if you want your Santal 33 to last longer and go further.
FAQ
Is Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver a dupe for Le Labo Santal 33? Yes. It shares 6 of 8 notes, including Australian sandalwood, cedar, cardamom and iris. Even Cosmopolitan’s beauty editor called it a near match in a lighter formula.
How long does it last? On its own, about 1-2 hours. Layered with the matching lotion and body wash, about 3-4 hours.
Is it unisex? Yes. Like Santal 33, it’s woody and spicy, not sweet or floral.
Where can I buy it? Shop it here — Sephora and saltandstone.com, $45 for 100 ml.
Can I spray it on my clothes and hair? Yes. The brand says it’s gentle enough for skin, hair and fabric.
Can I wear it with Santal 33? Yes. They share so many notes that they blend well together.
Why trust me
I’m Sofia de Diaz. I work in e-commerce for beauty brands, and I test products the way shoppers use them. Santal 33 has been my signature fragrance for 7 years. It’s my favorite smell ever. I’m not paid by Salt & Stone or Le Labo other than affiliate links.
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