Question 1

What's the difference between Blue Incense and Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Blue Incense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Massimo Dutti (2023) dominated by Amber accords. Bottled Absolu is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2024) leaning on Amber accords. They share 7 accords: Amber, Balsamic, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Blue Incense or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Blue Incense scores 4.34/5 vs Bottled Absolu at 4.46/5. Bottled Absolu's standout strength: More discrete and less aggressive than Elixir variant. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Blue Incense and Bottled Absolu smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 7 accords, including Amber, Balsamic, Woody, Warm Spicy, Smoky. Bottled Absolu: The r/fragrance community views Bottled Absolu positively as a bold yet wearable fragrance that improves as it develops.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Blue Incense or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Blue Incense vs Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Blue Incense scores highest for fall wear; Bottled Absolu scores highest for winter wear. Blue Incense leans daytime, Bottled Absolu leans evening.

Blue Incense vs Bottled Absolu

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Blue Incense (7)

Uniek voor Bottled Absolu (4)

Gedeelde akkoorden (7)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Bottled Absolu

Positief

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Eigenschap	Blue Incense	Bottled Absolu
Merk	Massimo Dutti	Hugo Boss
Jaar	2023	2024
Beoordeling	4.34	4.46
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	9	6