Question 1

What's the difference between AD LUMEN and BARREL?

Accepted Answer

AD LUMEN is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MiN NEW YORK (2015) dominated by Musky accords. BARREL is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MiN NEW YORK (2014) leaning on Woody accords. They share 1 accord: Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, AD LUMEN or BARREL?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, AD LUMEN scores 3.77/5 vs BARREL at 3.93/5. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do AD LUMEN and BARREL smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. BARREL: The provided Reddit thread does not contain community opinions about BARREL by MiN NEW YORK.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, AD LUMEN or BARREL?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits AD LUMEN vs BARREL?

Accepted Answer

AD LUMEN scores highest for all seasons wear; BARREL scores highest for all seasons wear. AD LUMEN leans daytime, BARREL leans daytime.

AD LUMEN vs BARREL

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor AD LUMEN (5)

Uniek voor BARREL (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (1)

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Community-sentimentpuls — BARREL

Eigenschap	AD LUMEN	BARREL
Merk	MiN NEW YORK	MiN NEW YORK
Jaar	2015	2014
Beoordeling	3.77	3.93
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	5	11