Question 1

What's the difference between Chakra and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Chakra is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nova (2013) dominated by Rose accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Musky, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Chakra or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Chakra scores 4.35/5 vs Carnal Flower at 4.16/5. Carnal Flower's standout strength: Beautiful, evocative floral with a distinctive dirty/smoky character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Chakra and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Carnal Flower: Carnal Flower is overwhelmingly praised by the r/fragrance community as a masterpiece floral fragrance with a unique dirty, sensual character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Chakra or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Carnal Flower: Versatile across seasons and occasions with excellent longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Chakra vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Chakra scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Chakra leans evening, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Chakra vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Chakra	Carnal Flower
Merk	Nova	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2013	2005
Beoordeling	4.35	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12