Question 1

What's the difference between Royal Extract II and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Royal Extract II is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2020) dominated by Green 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: Woody, Aromatic, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Extract II or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Extract II scores 4.38/5 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 Royal Extract II and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, White Floral, Orange Blossom, Galbanum. 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, Royal Extract II 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 Royal Extract II vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Royal Extract II scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Royal Extract II leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Royal Extract II vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Royal Extract II (6)

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Royal Extract II	Carnal Flower
Merk	Guerlain	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2020	2005
Beoordeling	4.38	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	12