Question 1

What's the difference between Xeryus Rouge and Cool Water?

Accepted Answer

Xeryus Rouge is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Givenchy (1995) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Cool Water is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Davidoff (1988) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Green.

Question 2

Which is better, Xeryus Rouge or Cool Water?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Xeryus Rouge scores 4.23/5 vs Cool Water at 3.89/5. On r/fragrance, Xeryus Rouge sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Cool Water is 7.5/10 (positive). Xeryus Rouge's standout strength: Excellent longevity (8-10+ hours). Cool Water's standout strength: Fresh, clean, and versatile aquatic scent. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Xeryus Rouge and Cool Water smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Green, Cedar. Xeryus Rouge: Xeryus Rouge is regarded as an underrated gem by the r/fragrance community with strong performance metrics and an elegant scent progression. Cool Water: Cool Water remains a respected and affordable classic aquatic fragrance with a loyal following, though recent reformulations have diminished its potency compared to earlier versions.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Xeryus Rouge or Cool Water?

Accepted Answer

Xeryus Rouge: Excellent longevity (8-10+ hours) Cool Water: Nostalgic appeal with strong longevity for the price Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Xeryus Rouge vs Cool Water?

Accepted Answer

Xeryus Rouge scores highest for all seasons wear; Cool Water scores highest for all seasons wear. Xeryus Rouge leans daytime, Cool Water leans daytime.

Xeryus Rouge vs Cool Water

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο Xeryus Rouge (6)

Μοναδικές στο Cool Water (14)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Xeryus Rouge

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Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Cool Water

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Χαρακτηριστικό	Xeryus Rouge	Cool Water
Οίκος	Givenchy	Davidoff
Έτος	1995	1988
Βαθμολογία	4.23	3.89
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	masculine	masculine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	16