Question 1

What's the difference between Russian Forest and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Russian Forest is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from YanFroloff (2017) dominated by Green accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Russian Forest or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Russian Forest scores 4.17/5 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 Russian Forest and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Russian Forest 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 Russian Forest vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Russian Forest scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Russian Forest leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Russian Forest vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Russian Forest (9)

Uniek voor Promise (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

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Eigenschap	Russian Forest	Promise
Merk	YanFroloff	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2017	2017
Beoordeling	4.17	4.21
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	12