Question 1

What's the difference between 8 THE CHALLENGER and Promise?

Accepted Answer

8 THE CHALLENGER is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from hOUSE OF hELIOS (2023) dominated by Smoky accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Leather, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, 8 THE CHALLENGER or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 8 THE CHALLENGER scores 4.40/5 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 8 THE CHALLENGER and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Leather, Fruity, Pink Pepper. Promise: Promise is widely praised as a masterpiece rose fragrance with exceptional character and uniqueness, earning strong loyalty from both new and experienced fragrance collectors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 8 THE CHALLENGER 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 8 THE CHALLENGER vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

8 THE CHALLENGER scores highest for fall wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. 8 THE CHALLENGER leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

8 THE CHALLENGER vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor 8 THE CHALLENGER (12)

Uniek voor Promise (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

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Eigenschap	8 THE CHALLENGER	Promise
Merk	hOUSE OF hELIOS	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2023	2017
Beoordeling	4.40	4.21
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	13	12