Question 1

What's the difference between Ao and Full Incense?

Accepted Answer

Ao is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MIKMOI (2013) dominated by Woody accords. Full Incense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2010) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Balsamic.

Question 2

Which is better, Ao or Full Incense?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ao scores 3.37/5 vs Full Incense at 4.13/5. Full Incense's standout strength: Strong incense character that delivers on the name. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Ao and Full Incense smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Full Incense: Full Incense is a competent incense fragrance that delivers authentic churchy scent notes, but the r/fragrance community feels it lacks originality compared to established competitors like Comme des Garçons incense line or James Heeley fragrances.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Ao or Full Incense?

Accepted Answer

Full Incense: Good longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Ao vs Full Incense?

Accepted Answer

Ao scores highest for summer wear; Full Incense scores highest for fall wear. Ao leans daytime, Full Incense leans evening.

Ao vs Full Incense

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Eigenschap	Ao	Full Incense
Merk	MIKMOI	Montale
Jaar	2013	2010
Beoordeling	3.37	4.13
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	0