Question 1

What's the difference between Another Face of Oud Elixir and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Another Face of Oud Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Yusif (2025) dominated by Sweet accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Sweet, Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Nutty.

Question 2

Which is better, Another Face of Oud Elixir or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Another Face of Oud Elixir scores 5.00/5 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 Another Face of Oud Elixir and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Nutty, Vanilla. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Another Face of Oud Elixir 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 Another Face of Oud Elixir vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Another Face of Oud Elixir scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Another Face of Oud Elixir leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Another Face of Oud Elixir vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Another Face of Oud Elixir (6)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Another Face of Oud Elixir	Guidance
Brand	Maison Yusif	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	5.00	3.85
Concentration	Elixir	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12