Question 1

What's the difference between # What Matters is Inside and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

# What Matters is Inside is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jovoy Paris (2017) dominated by Woody accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Musky, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, # What Matters is Inside or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, # What Matters is Inside scores 3.38/5 vs Carnal Flower at 4.16/5. Carnal Flower's standout strength: Beautiful, evocative floral with a distinctive dirty/smoky character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do # What Matters is Inside and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Musky, White Floral, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang. Carnal Flower: Carnal Flower is overwhelmingly praised by the r/fragrance community as a masterpiece floral fragrance with a unique dirty, sensual character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, # What Matters is Inside or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Carnal Flower: Versatile across seasons and occasions with excellent longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits # What Matters is Inside vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

# What Matters is Inside scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. # What Matters is Inside leans evening, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

# What Matters is Inside vs Carnal Flower

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to # What Matters is Inside (7)

Unique to Carnal Flower (9)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Carnal Flower

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Attribute	# What Matters is Inside	Carnal Flower
Brand	Jovoy Paris	Frederic Malle
Year	2017	2005
Rating	3.38	4.16
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12