Question 1

What's the difference between Essence de Rouge and Oajan?

Accepted Answer

Essence de Rouge is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from French Avenue (2024) dominated by Sweet accords. Oajan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2013) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Sweet, Amber, Honey.

Question 2

Which is better, Essence de Rouge or Oajan?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Essence de Rouge scores 4.43/5 vs Oajan at 4.43/5. Oajan's standout strength: Excellent performance and longevity, projects well with strong sillage. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Essence de Rouge and Oajan smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Amber, Honey, Honey, Vanilla. Oajan: Oajan is a well-performing, warm fragrance with strong vanilla and cinnamon notes that appeals to those seeking mass-appeal scents, particularly for colder seasons.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Essence de Rouge or Oajan?

Accepted Answer

Oajan: Excellent performance and longevity, projects well with strong sillage Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Essence de Rouge vs Oajan?

Accepted Answer

Essence de Rouge scores highest for all seasons wear; Oajan scores highest for winter wear. Essence de Rouge leans daytime, Oajan leans evening.

Essence de Rouge vs Oajan

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Essence de Rouge (10)

Unique to Oajan (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Oajan

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Attribute	Essence de Rouge	Oajan
Brand	French Avenue	Parfums de Marly
Year	2024	2013
Rating	4.43	4.43
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	11