Side-by-side comparison of Franck Olivier by Franck Olivier and Hypnotic Poison by Dior
Franck Olivier
Dior
| Attribute | Franck Olivier | Hypnotic Poison |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Franck Olivier | Dior |
| Year | 1998 | 1998 |
| Rating | 3.71 | 4.09 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 11 | 13 |
11 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.5
/10
Franck Olivier receives mixed reviews from the r/fragrance community. While some fragrances like Sunrise Vetiver are well-received and loved enough to rebuy, others like Oud Vanille and Bamboo are criticized for their synthetic quality and masculine lean despite feminine-sounding notes. The brand works best for budget shoppers but requires sampling before purchase due to deceiving note descriptions.
72 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.2
/10
Hypnotic Poison is a divisive fragrance with devoted fans and skeptics. While older formulations were praised for depth and longevity, recent batches are noticeably weaker and reformulated. The scent's gourmand profile (almond, vanilla) appeals to some but the initial notes (often described as root beer, playdough, or rubber) are off-putting to others, making it highly dependent on personal skin chemistry and preference.