Question 1

What's the difference between Lac.ton.ic and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lac.ton.ic is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Scentologia (2025) dominated by Sweet accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Sweet, Woody, Vanilla, Nutty.

Question 2

Which is better, Lac.ton.ic or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lac.ton.ic scores 3.62/5 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 Lac.ton.ic and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Woody, Vanilla, Nutty, Vanilla. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Lac.ton.ic 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 Lac.ton.ic vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lac.ton.ic scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Lac.ton.ic leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Lac.ton.ic vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Lac.ton.ic (10)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Lac.ton.ic	Guidance
Brand	Scentologia	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.62	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	12