Question 1

What's the difference between Eau de Santal and Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

Eau de Santal is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Floris (2002) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Vetiver is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2000) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Eau de Santal or Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Eau de Santal scores 4.27/5 vs Vetiver at 4.18/5. Vetiver's standout strength: Complex, layered composition with depth and character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Eau de Santal and Vetiver smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 7 notes and 5 accords, including Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Aromatic, Citrus. Vetiver: Le consensus de la communauté est résolument positif, considérant Guerlain Vetiver comme un classique complexe et emblématique doté d'une excellente profondeur et d'un caractère distinctif qui le différencie des vetivers modernes.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Eau de Santal or Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Eau de Santal vs Vetiver?

Accepted Answer

Eau de Santal scores highest for fall wear; Vetiver scores highest for spring wear. Eau de Santal leans daytime, Vetiver leans daytime.

Eau de Santal vs Vetiver

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (7)

Uniques à Eau de Santal (8)

Uniques à Vetiver (12)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Vetiver

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Eau de Santal	Vetiver
Marque	Floris	Guerlain
Année	2002	2000
Évaluation	4.27	4.18
Concentration	—	—
Genre	masculine	masculine
Total des notes	15	20