Question 1

What's the difference between Tendre Poison and Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Tendre Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1994) dominated by White Floral accords. Pure Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (2004) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 5 accords: White Floral, Citrus, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Tendre Poison or Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Tendre Poison scores 4.05/5 vs Pure Poison at 4.04/5. On r/fragrance, Tendre Poison sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Pure Poison is 6.8/10 (mixed). Tendre Poison's standout strength: Discontinued classic with nostalgic appeal and loyal following. Pure Poison's standout strength: Unique velvety, enveloping character with clean notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Tendre Poison and Pure Poison smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including White Floral, Citrus, Sweet, Powdery, Woody. Tendre Poison: Tendre Poison is a beloved discontinued Dior fragrance with a green, floral character that commands high prices on the resale market. Pure Poison: Pure Poison divides the r/fragrance community with passionate fans calling it angelic, sensual, and versatile, while detractors find it chemical or overly powdery.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Tendre Poison or Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Tendre Poison: Good longevity and quality for the price point Pure Poison: Long-lasting and good performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Tendre Poison vs Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Tendre Poison scores highest for spring wear; Pure Poison scores highest for winter wear. Tendre Poison leans daytime, Pure Poison leans daytime.

Tendre Poison vs Pure Poison

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (5)

Unique to Tendre Poison (8)

Unique to Pure Poison (5)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Tendre Poison

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Pure Poison

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Attribute	Tendre Poison	Pure Poison
Brand	Dior	Dior
Year	1994	2004
Rating	4.05	4.04
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	13	10