Question 1

What's the difference between Osmanto Shock and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Osmanto Shock is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from New Notes (2022) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Osmanto Shock or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Osmanto Shock 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 Osmanto Shock and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Warm Spicy. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Osmanto Shock 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 Osmanto Shock vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Osmanto Shock scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Osmanto Shock leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Osmanto Shock vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Osmanto Shock (11)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Osmanto Shock	Guidance
Brand	New Notes	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.62	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	15	12