Side-by-side comparison of 212 VIP Black Smiley by Carolina Herrera and Le Beau by Jean Paul Gaultier
Carolina Herrera
Jean Paul Gaultier
| Attribute | 212 VIP Black Smiley | Le Beau |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Carolina Herrera | Jean Paul Gaultier |
| Year | 2022 | 2019 |
| Rating | 4.43 | 4.32 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 9 | 3 |
36 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.2
/10
Le Beau is a well-regarded fragrance praised for its impressive performance, pleasant coconut-woody-tonka combination, and beautiful dry down, but polarizes users on sweetness levels and originality. The Le Parfum concentration offers better longevity but may be too sweet for very hot climates, while the EDT is lighter and better suited for heat. Overall, it's considered a solid choice despite some finding it generic or overly synthetic.