Question 1

What's the difference between Oud Maximus Elixir and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Maximus Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bortnikoff (2025) dominated by Oud accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Rose, Amber, Leather, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Oud Maximus Elixir or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oud Maximus Elixir scores 4.75/5 vs Promise at 4.21/5. Promise's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose fragrance with no actual oud. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Oud Maximus Elixir and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Rose, Amber, Leather, Musky, Pink Pepper. Promise: Promise è ampiamente elogiato come un capolavoro di fragranza floreale con carattere eccezionale e unicità, guadagnandosi una forte fedeltà sia dai collezionisti di fragranze nuovi che esperti.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Oud Maximus Elixir or Promise?

Accepted Answer

Promise: Not office-appropriate for some due to projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Oud Maximus Elixir vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Maximus Elixir scores highest for all seasons wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Oud Maximus Elixir leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

Oud Maximus Elixir vs Promise

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (3)

Esclusive di Oud Maximus Elixir (14)

Esclusive di Promise (8)

Accordi in comune (4)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Promise

Positivo

Negativo

Attributo	Oud Maximus Elixir	Promise
Marchio	Bortnikoff	Frederic Malle
Anno	2025	2017
Valutazione	4.75	4.21
Concentrazione	Elixir	—
Genere	feminine	feminine
Note totali	18	12