Question 1

What's the difference between Olivine and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Olivine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Olivine Atelier (2015) dominated by Musky 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: Musky, White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Olivine or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Olivine scores 3.96/5 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 Olivine 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, Olivine 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 Olivine vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Olivine scores highest for summer wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Olivine leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Olivine vs Carnal Flower

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Μοναδικές στο Carnal Flower (12)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Carnal Flower

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Olivine	Carnal Flower
Οίκος	Olivine Atelier	Frederic Malle
Έτος	2015	2005
Βαθμολογία	3.96	4.16
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	0	12