Question 1

What's the difference between Auric and Safari?

Accepted Answer

Auric is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Hendley Perfumes (2014) dominated by White Floral accords. Safari is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ralph Lauren (1990) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 1 accord: Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Auric or Safari?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Auric scores 3.92/5 vs Safari at 4.14/5. Safari's standout strength: Classic, clean masculine scent with timeless appeal. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Auric and Safari smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Safari: Safari is a classic, clean masculine fragrance with strong nostalgic appeal and an iconic bottle, but community consensus suggests it feels dated by modern standards and may not live up to expectations for those blind buying based on childhood memories.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Auric or Safari?

Accepted Answer

Safari: Potential reformulation has weakened longevity and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Auric vs Safari?

Accepted Answer

Auric scores highest for winter wear; Safari scores highest for fall wear. Auric leans evening, Safari leans daytime.

Auric vs Safari

Comparison Summary

Unique to Safari (18)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Safari

Positive

Negative

Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Auric	Safari
Brand	Hendley Perfumes	Ralph Lauren
Year	2014	1990
Rating	3.92	4.14
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	19