Modhesh Aura

Definitely a clone of JPG LME. The interesting thing about the LME clones are that they all seem to have all of the right notes, but in different ratios. This one has less detectable mint, but it also has a juicier mid and dialed back benzoin and honey giving it an airier feeling, which also helps it to be more versatile. Longevity and protection are a bit above average. This does not perform quite as well or smell quite as good (to me) as the original or Lattafa's The Kingdom, which is a nearly perfect clone (a very rare feat for Lattafa, but that's another review). I get about 7 hours with 7 sprays, 4 feet of projection in the first 2 hours as it recedes to a skin scent. It does last MUCH longer on clothing, days and days! This is a unisex scent but definitely leans masculine. As far as seasonality, the "pineapple" phantom accord (there is no actual pineapple note, but the way the other notes interact give an impression of pineapple) and lighter benzoin give this a bit more versatility than the OG. It's airier and a bit lighter, while retaining the sweetness. I would say this is safe for the tail end of summer in cooler days until the middle of spring when it starts rising above 70°F/20°c. Overall, a solid effort. Not my favorite LME clone, but they are all pretty close to one another and the original by JPG anyways. I don't think it matters which one you buy. I get tired of this DNA quite easily, even though it's really based on Xerjoff Alexandria II and Naxos (yes JPG cloned two Xerjoff frags layered together). This DNA smells great but I can only tolerate it for short periods. Edit: I just wanted to add a note, after reading inconsistent performance from other users below, that I have owned this bottle which I purchased from a reputable seller for over 6 months and it is not a beast by any means, but it performs better than most modern designer fragrances. My bottle is fully matured and it performs slightly worse than the original, but it's still a good performer overall.

Review N: #1 Based on my humble experience with fragrances, I used to own Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male about two years ago, so I know that scent very well. I’ve never tried Le Male Elixir personally, but when I first smelled Modhesh Aura, I immediately recognized that same JPG DNA everyone talks about. From my testing, I’d say it’s a 1:1 clone of Le Male Elixir. It opens with a clean, slightly fresh and spicy minty note blended with sweet, ambery, and warm spicy tones — overall, it smells like walking into a luxurious honey shop. As it dries down, it becomes more vanillic, woody, and seductive, and the performance is surprisingly strong for a fragrance in the $25 range. However, I wouldn’t recommend wearing it in hot or even mild weather, especially under the sun, because it can get overwhelming. It truly shines in cool evenings or cold nights — the perfect time to wear this cozy, rich, and inviting scent. I tested a 10ml sample first, and I’m definitely getting the full bottle now. Still, I would never recommend blind-buying any fragrance — always try it first.

Zimaya has been around for a few years but I feel like they have really stepped up their game in the last year and a half. I tried this in a store today and I thought it was actually BETTER than LME. The DNA is very recognizable, less spicy and not much mint in the top notes, a little airier too. Not a screamer by any means, not as loud LME, but I think that's not necessarily a bad thing. Longevity and protection were above average, but not crazy, but for $25 you can reapply as often as needed. As a side note, I really wish some of these clone houses would make a solid alternative to Le Male Le Parfum, as I find that to be a much more complex and appealing fragrance compared to LME. As a second side note, JPG LME smells almost exactly like Xerjoff Alexandria II layered with Xerjoff Naxos, and there's no way that was a coincidence. I stopped feeling bad for JPG with all of the LME clones once I discovered that.

Maybe you’re tired of all those JPG Le Male Elixir clones, but at this price you’ve got to give Zimaya - Modhesh Aura a shot. I’d say it’s way more versatile and a lot fresher than Le Male Elixir, definitely not as sugary. And here’s the kicker: a famous reviewer once told me they spoke with Afnan’s principal, and apparently this very juice was originally meant for an Afnan release because of its top-tier quality, but in a rare twist it ended up under the Zimaya label instead. No wonder it smells so polished for a Zimaya scent.

Alright, when you first spray the perfume straight out of the box, you’ll get a strong mint and citrus scent. As it dries down to the base, you’ll start to get the vibes of the OG. You might not like it at first, but after some maceration, you’ll be surprised! The lavender and woods in the opening are truly beautiful, and it's become so much closer to the OG. The performance is fantastic, just let it sit for a few months and you’ll love it. My bottle is about 5 months old, and it has changed a lot for the better🔥