Question 1

What's the difference between Rare Reef and Y Eau de Parfum?

Accepted Answer

Rare Reef is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Afnan (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. Y Eau de Parfum is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2018) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 5 accords: Citrus, Fruity, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Rare Reef or Y Eau de Parfum?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rare Reef scores 4.28/5 vs Y Eau de Parfum at 4.42/5. Y Eau de Parfum's standout strength: Versatile and reliable everyday fragrance. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Rare Reef and Y Eau de Parfum smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Citrus, Fruity, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody. Y Eau de Parfum: Y Eau de Parfum is a polarizing fragrance that performs better on others than the wearer typically experiences.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Rare Reef or Y Eau de Parfum?

Accepted Answer

Y Eau de Parfum: Decent performance and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Rare Reef vs Y Eau de Parfum?

Accepted Answer

Rare Reef scores highest for summer wear; Y Eau de Parfum scores highest for spring wear. Rare Reef leans daytime, Y Eau de Parfum leans daytime.

Rare Reef vs Y Eau de Parfum

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Rare Reef (13)

Uniek voor Y Eau de Parfum (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Y Eau de Parfum

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Negatief

Eigenschap	Rare Reef	Y Eau de Parfum
Merk	Afnan	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2025	2018
Beoordeling	4.28	4.42
Concentratie	—	Eau de Parfum
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	14	11