Question 1

What's the difference between Ma Force and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Ma Force is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Salvador Dali (2017) dominated by Aromatic accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Ma Force or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ma Force scores 4.06/5 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 Ma Force and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy, Jasmine. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Ma Force 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 Ma Force vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Ma Force scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Ma Force leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Ma Force vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Ma Force (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

Positive

Negative

Attribute	Ma Force	Guidance
Brand	Salvador Dali	Amouage
Year	2017	2023
Rating	4.06	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12