Question 1

What's the difference between Sombra and Sel Marin?

Accepted Answer

Sombra is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Darkbeat Parfums (2021) dominated by Green accords. Sel Marin is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from James Heeley (undated) leaning on Marine accords. They share 4 accords: Green, Woody, Marine, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Sombra or Sel Marin?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sombra scores 4.64/5 vs Sel Marin at 4.11/5. Sel Marin's standout strength: Realistic salty ocean and driftwood scent. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Sombra and Sel Marin smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Green, Woody, Marine, Aromatic, Sea Water. Sel Marin: Sel Marin de James Heeley es muy respetado en la comunidad de r/fragrance como uno de los pocos perfumes marinos que captura auténticamente el aroma del mar con notas cítricas saladas y madera flotante salina.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Sombra or Sel Marin?

Accepted Answer

Sel Marin: Limited discussion of longevity or performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Sombra vs Sel Marin?

Accepted Answer

Sombra scores highest for spring wear; Sel Marin scores highest for all seasons wear. Sombra leans daytime, Sel Marin leans daytime.

Sombra vs Sel Marin

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (3)

Exclusivas de Sombra (8)

Exclusivas de Sel Marin (7)

Acordes compartidos (4)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Sel Marin

Positivo

Negativo

Atributo	Sombra	Sel Marin
Marca	Darkbeat Parfums	James Heeley
Año	2021	—
Valoración	4.64	4.11
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	11	10