Question 1

What's the difference between Caoba and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Caoba is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Fueguia 1833 (2010) dominated by Patchouli accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Patchouli, Woody, Amber, Earthy.

Question 2

Which is better, Caoba or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Caoba scores 4.03/5 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 Caoba and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Patchouli, Woody, Amber, Earthy, Patchouli. 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, Caoba 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 Caoba vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Caoba scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Caoba leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Caoba vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Caoba (2)

Uniek voor Promise (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

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Eigenschap	Caoba	Promise
Merk	Fueguia 1833	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2010	2017
Beoordeling	4.03	4.21
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	3	12