Question 1

What's the difference between Black Beard and Mousse Illuminee?

Accepted Answer

Black Beard is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Calaj (2020) dominated by Aromatic accords. Mousse Illuminee is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rogue Perfumery (2018) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Herbal.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Beard or Mousse Illuminee?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Beard scores 3.95/5 vs Mousse Illuminee at 4.40/5. Mousse Illuminee's standout strength: Excellent oakmoss/treemoss character reminiscent of classic 80s fragrances. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Black Beard and Mousse Illuminee smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Mousse Illuminee: Mousse Illuminee is well-regarded by the r/fragrance community as a successful modern take on classic 80s moss-based fragrances.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Black Beard or Mousse Illuminee?

Accepted Answer

Mousse Illuminee: Good potency and longevity for an EDT Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Black Beard vs Mousse Illuminee?

Accepted Answer

Black Beard scores highest for fall wear; Mousse Illuminee scores highest for all seasons wear. Black Beard leans daytime, Mousse Illuminee leans daytime.

Black Beard vs Mousse Illuminee

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Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

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Eigenschap	Black Beard	Mousse Illuminee
Merk	Calaj	Rogue Perfumery
Jaar	2020	2018
Beoordeling	3.95	4.40
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	feminine
Totaal noten	16	0