Question 1

What's the difference between Per Fumum and Zen?

Accepted Answer

Per Fumum is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Perfume Cult (2023) dominated by Woody accords. Zen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2007) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Per Fumum or Zen?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Per Fumum scores 4.00/5 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 Per Fumum and Zen smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Grapefruit, Cedar, Patchouli. Zen: Shiseido Zen (particularmente la versión en cubo y los lotes originales anteriores a 2000) es amado por la comunidad por su hermoso perfil floral-amaderado ligero y su asequibilidad, aunque los problemas de longevidad y las reformulaciones son desventajas notables.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Per Fumum 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 Per Fumum vs Zen?

Accepted Answer

Per Fumum scores highest for fall wear; Zen scores highest for spring wear. Per Fumum leans daytime, Zen leans daytime.

Per Fumum vs Zen

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (3)

Exclusivas de Per Fumum (8)

Exclusivas de Zen (16)

Acordes compartidos (2)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Zen

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Atributo	Per Fumum	Zen
Marca	Perfume Cult	Shiseido
Año	2023	2007
Valoración	4.00	4.07
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	11	19