Question 1

What's the difference between Borneo Zen and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Borneo Zen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ensar Oud (undated) dominated by White Floral 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: White Floral, Musky, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Borneo Zen or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Borneo Zen scores 4.59/5 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 Borneo Zen and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Borneo Zen 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 Borneo Zen vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Borneo Zen scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Borneo Zen leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Borneo Zen vs Carnal Flower

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Μοναδικές στο Carnal Flower (12)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Carnal Flower

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Borneo Zen	Carnal Flower
Οίκος	Ensar Oud	Frederic Malle
Έτος	—	2005
Βαθμολογία	4.59	4.16
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	0	12