Question 1

What's the difference between Rose du Desert and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Rose du Desert is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Houbigant (2024) dominated by Powdery accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Rose, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Rose du Desert or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rose du Desert scores 3.91/5 vs Promise at 4.21/5. Promise's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose fragrance with no actual oud. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Rose du Desert and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Rose, Amber, Rose, Patchouli. Promise: Promise es ampliamente elogiado como una fragancia de rosa magistral con carácter excepcional y singularidad, ganando una fuerte lealtad tanto de coleccionistas nuevos como experimentados.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Rose du Desert or Promise?

Accepted Answer

Promise: Not office-appropriate for some due to projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Rose du Desert vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Rose du Desert scores highest for fall wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Rose du Desert leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

Rose du Desert vs Promise

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (2)

Exclusivas de Rose du Desert (9)

Exclusivas de Promise (9)

Acordes compartidos (3)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Promise

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Atributo	Rose du Desert	Promise
Marca	Houbigant	Frederic Malle
Año	2024	2017
Valoración	3.91	4.21
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	11	12