Question 1

What's the difference between Santal Painkiller and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Santal Painkiller is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from BLNDRGRPHY (2024) 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, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Santal Painkiller or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Santal Painkiller scores 3.99/5 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 Santal Painkiller and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Santal Painkiller 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 Santal Painkiller vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Santal Painkiller scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Santal Painkiller leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Santal Painkiller vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Unique to Santal Painkiller (10)

Unique to Guidance (12)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Santal Painkiller	Guidance
Brand	BLNDRGRPHY	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.99	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12