Question 1

What's the difference between Minel and Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Minel is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lophiel (2022) dominated by Leather accords. Bottled Absolu is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2024) leaning on Amber accords. They share 5 accords: Leather, Amber, Patchouli, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Minel or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Minel scores 3.86/5 vs Bottled Absolu at 4.46/5. Bottled Absolu's standout strength: More discrete and less aggressive than Elixir variant. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Minel and Bottled Absolu smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Leather, Amber, Patchouli, Warm Spicy, Woody. Bottled Absolu: The r/fragrance community views Bottled Absolu positively as a bold yet wearable fragrance that improves as it develops.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Minel or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Minel vs Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Minel scores highest for winter wear; Bottled Absolu scores highest for winter wear. Minel leans daytime, Bottled Absolu leans evening.

Minel vs Bottled Absolu

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο Minel (7)

Μοναδικές στο Bottled Absolu (4)

Κοινά ακόρντα (5)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Bottled Absolu

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Minel	Bottled Absolu
Οίκος	Lophiel	Hugo Boss
Έτος	2022	2024
Βαθμολογία	3.86	4.46
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	masculine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	6