Question 1

What's the difference between Carissa and Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

Carissa is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from PK Perfumes (2012) dominated by White Floral accords. Back to Black is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from By Kilian (2009) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Carissa or Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Carissa scores 3.60/5 vs Back to Black at 4.01/5. Back to Black's standout strength: Beautiful, prominent honey note that's less overwhelming than competitors. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Carissa and Back to Black smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Back to Black: The r/fragrance community views Back to Black as a well-executed honey fragrance that successfully balances richness with wearability.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Carissa or Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Carissa vs Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

Carissa scores highest for spring wear; Back to Black scores highest for winter wear. Carissa leans daytime, Back to Black leans evening.

Carissa vs Back to Black

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Veelgestelde vragen

Eigenschap	Carissa	Back to Black
Merk	PK Perfumes	By Kilian
Jaar	2012	2009
Beoordeling	3.60	4.01
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	0