Question 1

What's the difference between Rising Sun and Zen?

Accepted Answer

Rising Sun is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2019) dominated by Musky accords. Zen is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (2007) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Sweet, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, Rising Sun or Zen?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rising Sun scores 3.79/5 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 Rising Sun and Zen smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Citrus, Rose, Musk. 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, Rising Sun 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 Rising Sun vs Zen?

Accepted Answer

Rising Sun scores highest for summer wear; Zen scores highest for spring wear. Rising Sun leans daytime, Zen leans daytime.

Rising Sun vs Zen

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (2)

Esclusive di Rising Sun (8)

Esclusive di Zen (17)

Accordi in comune (3)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Zen

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Attributo	Rising Sun	Zen
Marchio	Shiseido	Shiseido
Anno	2019	2007
Valutazione	3.79	4.07
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	feminine	feminine
Note totali	10	19