Question 1

What's the difference between Pistachio Cousin and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Pistachio Cousin is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Liquides Imaginaires (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Nutty, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Pistachio Cousin or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pistachio Cousin scores 3.53/5 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 Pistachio Cousin and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Nutty, Sweet, Akigalawood, Sandalwood. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Pistachio Cousin 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 Pistachio Cousin vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Pistachio Cousin scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Pistachio Cousin leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Pistachio Cousin vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Pistachio Cousin (11)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Pistachio Cousin	Guidance
Brand	Les Liquides Imaginaires	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.53	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12