Question 1

What's the difference between Carbone Eau de Toilette and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Carbone Eau de Toilette is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Balmain Beauty (2025) dominated by Musky accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Powdery, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Carbone Eau de Toilette or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Carbone Eau de Toilette scores 3.84/5 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 Carbone Eau de Toilette and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Carbone Eau de Toilette 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 Carbone Eau de Toilette vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Carbone Eau de Toilette scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Carbone Eau de Toilette leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Carbone Eau de Toilette vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Unique to Guidance (12)

Shared Accords (2)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Carbone Eau de Toilette	Guidance
Brand	Balmain Beauty	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.84	3.85
Concentration	Eau de Toilette	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12