Question 1

What's the difference between Newcleus and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Newcleus is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2024) dominated by Caramel accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Powdery, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Newcleus or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Newcleus scores 3.95/5 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 Newcleus and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Powdery, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Rose. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Newcleus 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 Newcleus vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Newcleus scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Newcleus leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Newcleus vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Newcleus (4)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Newcleus	Guidance
Brand	Xerjoff	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.95	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12