Question 1

What's the difference between Borealis and Macaque?

Accepted Answer

Borealis is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Pineward Perfumes (2023) dominated by Aromatic accords. Macaque is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zoologist Perfumes (2016) leaning on Green accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, Woody, Green, Balsamic.

Question 2

Which is better, Borealis or Macaque?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Borealis scores 2.10/5 vs Macaque at 3.57/5. Macaque's standout strength: Professional quality with artisan craftsmanship and unique creative vision. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Borealis and Macaque smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Macaque: The r/fragrance community views 4160 Tuesdays and Sarah McCartney's creations (including Macaque) as professionally crafted artisan fragrances with genuine creative merit and complexity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Borealis or Macaque?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Borealis vs Macaque?

Accepted Answer

Borealis scores highest for winter wear; Macaque scores highest for spring wear. Borealis leans evening, Macaque leans daytime.

Borealis vs Macaque

Comparison Summary

Unique to Macaque (13)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Macaque

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Attribute	Borealis	Macaque
Brand	Pineward Perfumes	Zoologist Perfumes
Year	2023	2016
Rating	2.10	3.57
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	13