Question 1

What's the difference between Power Self and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Power Self is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Initio Parfums Prives (2025) dominated by Musky accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Powdery, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Power Self or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Power Self scores 3.67/5 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 Power Self and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Power Self 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 Power Self vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Power Self scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Power Self leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Power Self vs Guidance

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Společné noty (2)

Unikátní pro Power Self (6)

Unikátní pro Guidance (10)

Společné akordy (2)

Často kladené otázky

Puls nálady komunity — Guidance

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Vlastnost	Power Self	Guidance
Značka	Initio Parfums Prives	Amouage
Rok	2025	2023
Hodnocení	3.67	3.85
Koncentrace	—	—
Pohlaví	feminine	feminine
Celkový počet not	8	12