Question 1

What's the difference between Mushin Japanese Incense and Civet Cat Chypre?

Accepted Answer

Mushin Japanese Incense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Meleg Perfumes (2020) dominated by Amber accords. Civet Cat Chypre is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Meleg Perfumes (2020) leaning on Musky accords. They share 1 accord: Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Mushin Japanese Incense or Civet Cat Chypre?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Mushin Japanese Incense scores 4.12/5 vs Civet Cat Chypre at 4.37/5. Civet Cat Chypre's standout strength: Interesting and unique fragrance selection. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Mushin Japanese Incense and Civet Cat Chypre smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Civet Cat Chypre: The community shows moderate interest in Meleg Perfumes, with the brand considered worth exploring alongside other niche houses.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Mushin Japanese Incense or Civet Cat Chypre?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Mushin Japanese Incense vs Civet Cat Chypre?

Accepted Answer

Mushin Japanese Incense scores highest for fall wear; Civet Cat Chypre scores highest for fall wear. Mushin Japanese Incense leans daytime, Civet Cat Chypre leans daytime.

Mushin Japanese Incense vs Civet Cat Chypre

Comparison Summary

Unique to Civet Cat Chypre (15)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Civet Cat Chypre

Positive

Negative

Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Mushin Japanese Incense	Civet Cat Chypre
Brand	Meleg Perfumes	Meleg Perfumes
Year	2020	2020
Rating	4.12	4.37
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	15