Question 1

What's the difference between SunMusk and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

SunMusk is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Haute Fragrance Company HFC (2024) 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, Powdery, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, SunMusk or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, SunMusk scores 3.95/5 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 SunMusk and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Amber, Ambergris. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, SunMusk 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 SunMusk vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

SunMusk vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to SunMusk (8)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	SunMusk	Guidance
Brand	Haute Fragrance Company HFC	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.95	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12