Question 1

What's the difference between Alter and Salome?

Accepted Answer

Alter is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sammarco (2013) dominated by White Floral accords. Salome is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Papillon Artisan Perfumes (2015) leaning on Leather accords. They share 3 accords: White Floral, Amber, Animalic.

Question 2

Which is better, Alter or Salome?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alter scores 3.72/5 vs Salome at 4.13/5. Salome's standout strength: Unique animalic and musky character that's bold and unapologetic. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Alter and Salome smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Salome: Salome is a divisive, unapologetically bold fragrance that appeals strongly to enthusiasts of animalic and skank fragrances.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alter or Salome?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Alter vs Salome?

Accepted Answer

Alter scores highest for spring wear; Salome scores highest for winter wear. Alter leans daytime, Salome leans evening.

Alter vs Salome

Comparison Summary

Unique to Salome (16)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Alter	Salome
Brand	Sammarco	Papillon Artisan Perfumes
Year	2013	2015
Rating	3.72	4.13
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	16