Question 1

What's the difference between Oud Elixir and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Veronique Gabai (2024) dominated by Woody accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Earthy, Amber, Rose.

Question 2

Which is better, Oud Elixir or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oud Elixir scores 3.62/5 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 Oud Elixir and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Earthy, Amber, Rose, 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, Oud Elixir 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 Oud Elixir vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Elixir scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Oud Elixir leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Oud Elixir vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (5)

Uniek voor Oud Elixir (5)

Uniek voor Promise (6)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

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Eigenschap	Oud Elixir	Promise
Merk	Veronique Gabai	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2024	2017
Beoordeling	3.62	4.21
Concentratie	Elixir	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	12