Question 1

What's the difference between Rare Reef and Liquid Brun?

Accepted Answer

Rare Reef is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Afnan (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. Liquid Brun is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from French Avenue (2024) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 3 accords: Citrus, Aromatic, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Rare Reef or Liquid Brun?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rare Reef scores 4.28/5 vs Liquid Brun at 4.49/5. Liquid Brun's standout strength: Pleasant scent profile when performance is consistent. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Rare Reef and Liquid Brun smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Liquid Brun: Liquid Brun receives mixed feedback from the r/fragrance community, with users praising its scent quality but expressing frustration with inconsistent performance.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Rare Reef or Liquid Brun?

Accepted Answer

Liquid Brun: Pleasant scent profile when performance is consistent Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Rare Reef vs Liquid Brun?

Accepted Answer

Rare Reef scores highest for summer wear; Liquid Brun scores highest for winter wear. Rare Reef leans daytime, Liquid Brun leans evening.

Rare Reef vs Liquid Brun

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Rare Reef (14)

Uniek voor Liquid Brun (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Liquid Brun

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Eigenschap	Rare Reef	Liquid Brun
Merk	Afnan	French Avenue
Jaar	2025	2024
Beoordeling	4.28	4.49
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	14	10