Question 1

What's the difference between Agua Exotica and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Agua Exotica is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Miguel Matos (2021) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Agua Exotica or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Agua Exotica scores 4.09/5 vs Guidance at 3.85/5. Guidance's standout strength: Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Agua Exotica and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Amber, Rose. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Agua Exotica or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Agua Exotica vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Agua Exotica scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Agua Exotica leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Agua Exotica vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Agua Exotica (10)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Agua Exotica	Guidance
Brand	Miguel Matos	Amouage
Year	2021	2023
Rating	4.09	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	12