Question 1

What's the difference between Cocoyster Carambola and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cocoyster Carambola is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Salum Parfums (2025) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Fruity, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Cocoyster Carambola or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cocoyster Carambola scores 3.44/5 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 Cocoyster Carambola and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Sweet, Olibanum Frankincense . Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Cocoyster Carambola 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 Cocoyster Carambola vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cocoyster Carambola scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Cocoyster Carambola leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Cocoyster Carambola vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Cocoyster Carambola (8)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Cocoyster Carambola	Guidance
Brand	Salum Parfums	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.44	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12