Casablanca לעומת Hypnotic Poison

Casablanca receives mixed reviews from the r/fragrance community. While praised for its strong longevity, attractive apple-tarte tatin character, and excellent price-to-quality ratio, some users find the opening harsh and the overall scent profile feels dated rather than modern. It works well for those seeking affordable gourmand fragrances but may disappoint those expecting a contemporary scent.

Hypnotic Poison is a divisive fragrance with devoted fans and skeptics. While older formulations were praised for depth and longevity, recent batches are noticeably weaker and reformulated. The scent's gourmand profile (almond, vanilla) appeals to some but the initial notes (often described as root beer, playdough, or rubber) are off-putting to others, making it highly dependent on personal skin chemistry and preference.