Question 1

What's the difference between Per Fumum and Zen?

Accepted Answer

Per Fumum is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Perfume Cult (2023) dominated by Woody accords. Zen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2007) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Per Fumum or Zen?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Per Fumum scores 4.00/5 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 Per Fumum and Zen smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Grapefruit, Cedar, Patchouli. Zen: Shiseido Zen (in particolare la versione cube e i lotti originali pre-2000) è amato dalla comunità per il suo bellissimo profilo woody-floral leggero e la convenienza, anche se i problemi di longevità e le riformulazioni sono difetti notevoli.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Per Fumum 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 Per Fumum vs Zen?

Accepted Answer

Per Fumum scores highest for fall wear; Zen scores highest for spring wear. Per Fumum leans daytime, Zen leans daytime.

Per Fumum vs Zen

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (3)

Esclusive di Per Fumum (8)

Esclusive di Zen (16)

Accordi in comune (2)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Zen

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Attributo	Per Fumum	Zen
Marchio	Perfume Cult	Shiseido
Anno	2023	2007
Valutazione	4.00	4.07
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	feminine	feminine
Note totali	11	19