Question 1

What's the difference between XXX Charcoal and Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

XXX Charcoal is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Ermenegildo Zegna (2021) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Noir Extreme is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Tom Ford (2015) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, XXX Charcoal or Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, XXX Charcoal scores 4.20/5 vs Noir Extreme at 4.43/5. Noir Extreme's standout strength: Luxurious, classy scent profile with vanilla, woody, leather notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do XXX Charcoal and Noir Extreme smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Noir Extreme: Tom Ford Noir Extreme receives mixed community feedback.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, XXX Charcoal or Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

Noir Extreme: Excellent performance on some skin types (8-16 hours reported) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits XXX Charcoal vs Noir Extreme?

Accepted Answer

XXX Charcoal scores highest for fall wear; Noir Extreme scores highest for winter wear. XXX Charcoal leans evening, Noir Extreme leans evening.

XXX Charcoal vs Noir Extreme

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

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Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Noir Extreme

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Eigenschap	XXX Charcoal	Noir Extreme
Merk	Ermenegildo Zegna	Tom Ford
Jaar	2021	2015
Beoordeling	4.20	4.43
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	masculine
Totaal noten	0	14