Question 1

What's the difference between 002: ASTRAL VEIL and Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

002: ASTRAL VEIL is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Zara (undated) dominated by Woody accords. Bottled Absolu is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2024) leaning on Amber accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, 002: ASTRAL VEIL or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 002: ASTRAL VEIL scores 4.27/5 vs Bottled Absolu at 4.46/5. Bottled Absolu's standout strength: More discrete and less aggressive than Elixir variant. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 002: ASTRAL VEIL and Bottled Absolu smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Bottled Absolu: La communauté r/fragrance considère Bottled Absolu de manière positive comme un parfum audacieux mais portable qui s'améliore au fil de son développement.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 002: ASTRAL VEIL or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 002: ASTRAL VEIL vs Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

002: ASTRAL VEIL scores highest for fall wear; Bottled Absolu scores highest for winter wear. 002: ASTRAL VEIL leans daytime, Bottled Absolu leans evening.

002: ASTRAL VEIL vs Bottled Absolu

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à 002: ASTRAL VEIL (8)

Uniques à Bottled Absolu (6)

Accords communs (2)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Bottled Absolu

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	002: ASTRAL VEIL	Bottled Absolu
Marque	Zara	Hugo Boss
Année	—	2024
Évaluation	4.27	4.46
Concentration	—	—
Genre	masculine	masculine
Total des notes	8	6