Question 1

What's the difference between Route Mandarine and Poison?

Accepted Answer

Route Mandarine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Manuel Canovas (2007) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1985) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Route Mandarine or Poison?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Route Mandarine scores 4.15/5 vs Poison at 3.93/5. Poison's standout strength: Iconic 90s fragrance with historical significance and nostalgia. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Route Mandarine and Poison smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 10 notes and 5 accords, including Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody, White Floral, Sweet. Poison: Dior Poison is a highly polarizing fragrance with strong nostalgic value from the 1980s-90s era, praised for its unique dark character and longevity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Route Mandarine or Poison?

Accepted Answer

Poison: Strong longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Route Mandarine vs Poison?

Accepted Answer

Route Mandarine scores highest for fall wear; Poison scores highest for winter wear. Route Mandarine leans daytime, Poison leans evening.

Route Mandarine vs Poison

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (10)

Unique to Route Mandarine (10)

Unique to Poison (11)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Route Mandarine	Poison
Brand	Manuel Canovas	Dior
Year	2007	1985
Rating	4.15	3.93
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	20	21