Question 1

What's the difference between Citron 28 Seoul and Lys 41?

Accepted Answer

Citron 28 Seoul is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2020) dominated by White Floral accords. Lys 41 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2013) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 3 accords: White Floral, Musky, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Citron 28 Seoul or Lys 41?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Citron 28 Seoul scores 4.07/5 vs Lys 41 at 4.14/5. On r/fragrance, Citron 28 Seoul sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Lys 41 is 7.8/10 (positive). Lys 41's standout strength: Creamy, balanced white floral that avoids headache-inducing sharpness. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Citron 28 Seoul and Lys 41 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Citron 28 Seoul: Citron 28 Seoul does not appear in the provided community discussions. Lys 41: Lys 41 receives strong praise from the r/fragrance community as an exceptionally wearable white floral with creamy, subtle qualities that appeal beyond typical floral enthusiasts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Citron 28 Seoul or Lys 41?

Accepted Answer

Lys 41: Versatile year-round with excellent summer performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Citron 28 Seoul vs Lys 41?

Accepted Answer

Citron 28 Seoul scores highest for summer wear; Lys 41 scores highest for spring wear. Citron 28 Seoul leans daytime, Lys 41 leans daytime.

Citron 28 Seoul vs Lys 41

Comparison Summary

Unique to Citron 28 Seoul (5)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	Citron 28 Seoul	Lys 41
Brand	Le Labo	Le Labo
Year	2020	2013
Rating	4.07	4.14
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	5	0