Question 1

What's the difference between Rose Apothecary and Cloud?

Accepted Answer

Rose Apothecary is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Beekman 1802 (2020) dominated by Rose accords. Cloud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ariana Grande (2018) leaning on Sweet accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.

Question 2

Which is better, Rose Apothecary or Cloud?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rose Apothecary scores 3.86/5 vs Cloud at 3.97/5. Cloud's standout strength: Excellent value for price point (£20-£30). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Rose Apothecary and Cloud smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Cloud: Cloud is a divisive fragrance that receives strong praise from fans who appreciate its sweet marshmallow profile and excellent price-to-quality ratio, but generates equally passionate negative reviews from those who perceive it as synthetic, plastic-smelling, and overly artificial.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Rose Apothecary or Cloud?

Accepted Answer

Cloud: Longevity inconsistent across users (2-8 hours reported) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Rose Apothecary vs Cloud?

Accepted Answer

Rose Apothecary scores highest for spring wear; Cloud scores highest for winter wear. Rose Apothecary leans daytime, Cloud leans daytime.

Rose Apothecary vs Cloud

Comparison Summary

Unique to Rose Apothecary (6)

Unique to Cloud (9)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Cloud

Positive

Negative

Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Rose Apothecary	Cloud
Brand	Beekman 1802	Ariana Grande
Year	2020	2018
Rating	3.86	3.97
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	9