Question 1

What's the difference between Santal Sacré and Cuir?

Accepted Answer

Santal Sacré is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Compagnie Royale Des Indes Orientales (2018) dominated by Woody accords. Cuir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mona di Orio (2010) leaning on Leather accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy, Leather.

Question 2

Which is better, Santal Sacré or Cuir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Santal Sacré scores 4.50/5 vs Cuir at 4.07/5. Cuir's standout strength: Dark, bold, and unconventional character appeals to niche fragrance enthusiasts. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Santal Sacré and Cuir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Cuir: Cuir by Mona di Orio is a deeply polarizing fragrance that attracts adventurous fragrance enthusiasts seeking dark, complex, and wild compositions.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Santal Sacré or Cuir?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Santal Sacré vs Cuir?

Accepted Answer

Santal Sacré scores highest for fall wear; Cuir scores highest for fall wear. Santal Sacré leans daytime, Cuir leans evening.

Santal Sacré vs Cuir

Comparison Summary

Unique to Cuir (6)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Cuir

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Attribute	Santal Sacré	Cuir
Brand	Compagnie Royale Des Indes Orientales	Mona di Orio
Year	2018	2010
Rating	4.50	4.07
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	6