Meliora مقابل Hypnotic Poison

Meliora is viewed favorably by the r/fragrance community as a pleasant, fruity fragrance with an appealing and emotionally resonant character. However, it receives minimal discussion compared to other Parfums de Marly releases, and some perceive it as having lighter performance and less complexity than expected from a niche fragrance.

Hypnotic Poison is a divisive fragrance with devoted fans and skeptics. While older formulations were praised for depth and longevity, recent batches are noticeably weaker and reformulated. The scent's gourmand profile (almond, vanilla) appeals to some but the initial notes (often described as root beer, playdough, or rubber) are off-putting to others, making it highly dependent on personal skin chemistry and preference.