Question 1

What's the difference between Arc-en-Ciel № 11 and Zen?

Accepted Answer

Arc-en-Ciel № 11 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from CIEL Parfum (undated) dominated by Floral accords. Zen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2007) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 5 accords: Floral, Woody, Citrus, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Arc-en-Ciel № 11 or Zen?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Arc-en-Ciel № 11 scores 4.29/5 vs Zen at 4.07/5. Zen's standout strength: Beautiful vintage woody-floral scent that doesn't smell dated. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Arc-en-Ciel № 11 and Zen smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Floral, Woody, Citrus, Sweet, Powdery. Zen: Shiseido Zen (besonders die Würfelversion und die ursprünglichen Chargen vor 2000) ist in der Community beliebt für sein wunderschönes, leichtes holzig-blumiges Profil und seine Erschwinglichkeit, obwohl Haltbarkeitsprobleme und Reformulierungen bemerkenswerte Nachteile darstellen.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Arc-en-Ciel № 11 or Zen?

Accepted Answer

Zen: Multiple reformulations over time have reduced quality and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Arc-en-Ciel № 11 vs Zen?

Accepted Answer

Arc-en-Ciel № 11 scores highest for spring wear; Zen scores highest for spring wear. Arc-en-Ciel № 11 leans daytime, Zen leans daytime.

Arc-en-Ciel № 11 vs Zen

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (2)

Einzigartig für Arc-en-Ciel № 11 (6)

Einzigartig für Zen (17)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Zen

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Eigenschaft	Arc-en-Ciel № 11	Zen
Marke	CIEL Parfum	Shiseido
Jahr	—	2007
Bewertung	4.29	4.07
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	8	19