Question 1

What's the difference between X Santal and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

X Santal is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bibbi Paris (2024) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, X Santal or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, X Santal scores 3.72/5 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 X Santal and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Sandalwood. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, X Santal 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 X Santal vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

X Santal scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. X Santal leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

X Santal vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to X Santal (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	X Santal	Guidance
Brand	Bibbi Paris	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.72	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12