Question 1

What's the difference between Oud & Santal and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Oud & Santal is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cartier (2016) dominated by Woody accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Oud & Santal or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oud & Santal scores 4.40/5 vs Aventus at 4.32/5. Aventus's standout strength: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Oud & Santal and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Aventus: Aventus is respected within the r/fragrance community as a high-performing, universally compliment-worthy fragrance with revolutionary fruity chypre characteristics.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Oud & Santal or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Aventus: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Oud & Santal vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Oud & Santal scores highest for winter wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Oud & Santal leans evening, Aventus leans daytime.

Oud & Santal vs Aventus

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Aventus (13)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Aventus

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Eigenschap	Oud & Santal	Aventus
Merk	Cartier	Creed
Jaar	2016	2010
Beoordeling	4.40	4.32
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	0	13