Question 1

What's the difference between Zen Gold Elixir and Zen?

Accepted Answer

Zen Gold Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2013) dominated by Patchouli accords. Zen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2007) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 4 accords: Patchouli, Floral, Woody, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, Zen Gold Elixir or Zen?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Zen Gold Elixir scores 4.17/5 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 Zen Gold Elixir and Zen smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 8 notes and 4 accords, including Patchouli, Floral, Woody, Citrus, Pineapple. 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, Zen Gold Elixir 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 Zen Gold Elixir vs Zen?

Accepted Answer

Zen Gold Elixir scores highest for fall wear; Zen scores highest for spring wear. Zen Gold Elixir leans daytime, Zen leans daytime.

Zen Gold Elixir vs Zen

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (8)

Exclusivas de Zen Gold Elixir (4)

Exclusivas de Zen (11)

Acordes compartidos (4)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Zen

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Atributo	Zen Gold Elixir	Zen
Marca	Shiseido	Shiseido
Año	2013	2007
Valoración	4.17	4.07
Concentración	Elixir	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	12	19