Ylang 49 vs Santal 33 — Geurvergelijking | Fraganty
Ylang 49 vs Santal 33
Vergelijking van Ylang 49 van Le Labo en Santal 33 van Le Labo naast elkaar
Le Labo
2015feminine
3.84(1,335)
Akkoorden
Le Labo
2011feminine
3.76(12,102)
Akkoorden
Vergelijkingsoverzicht
Gedeelde akkoorden (2)
HoutigWarm kruidig
Eigenschap
Ylang 49
Santal 33
Merk
Le Labo
Le Labo
Jaar
2015
2011
Beoordeling
3.84
3.76
Concentratie
—
—
Geslacht
feminine
feminine
Totaal noten
0
0
Community-sentimentpuls — Ylang 49
Gemengd
18 meningen · Bron: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Ylang 49 is a divisive fragrance with strong opinions in both directions. The community appreciates its modern chypre composition and unique floral-earthiness, but notes that its patchouli-forward profile and earthy, somewhat dated character make it not universally appealing. Best suited for fragrance adventurers who enjoy intense florals and earthy notes rather than mainstream audiences.
Positief
Unique and interesting composition with strong floral-chypre character
Excellent longevity and projection
Great for those who love ylang ylang, gardenia, and oakmoss notes
Negatief
Patchouli-forward which may be off-putting for patchouli-sensitive wearers
Polarizing scent with a love-it-or-hate-it quality
Department store aesthetic that some find dated or old-fashioned
Community-sentimentpuls — Santal 33
Gemengd
95 meningen · Bron: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Santal 33 is a highly polarizing fragrance with passionate fans and equally strong detractors. While those who love it praise its woody, creamy sandalwood character, the community consensus warns against wearing it to professional settings due to its extreme projection and divisive scent profile that many perceive as pickle-like or overly synthetic. It remains a popular but controversial choice best reserved for personal enjoyment outside the workplace.
Positief
Beautiful, creamy sandalwood scent with excellent longevity (8-10 hours)
Highly divisive but beloved by fans who appreciate its woody profile
High-quality niche fragrance from respected house Le Labo
Negatief
Extremely strong projection and sillage - smellable from a block away
Many people perceive pickle, dill, pencil shavings, or antiseptic notes instead of pleasant wood
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What's the difference between Ylang 49 and Santal 33?+
Ylang 49 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2015) dominated by Woody accords. Santal 33 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2011) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy.
Houtig
100%
Aards
69%
Yellow Floral
52%
Patchouli
50%
Mosachtig
46%
Wit bloemig
41%
Beste: Fall (100%)Day (91%)
Houtig
100%
Poederig
51%
Leder
42%
Warm kruidig
36%
Viooltje
28%
Iris
18%
Beste: Fall (100%)Day (91%)
Which is better, Ylang 49 or Santal 33?+
By community rating, Ylang 49 scores 3.84/5 vs Santal 33 at 3.76/5. On r/fragrance, Ylang 49 sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Santal 33 is 6.5/10 (mixed). Ylang 49's standout strength: Unique and interesting composition with strong floral-chypre character. Santal 33's standout strength: Beautiful, creamy sandalwood scent with excellent longevity (8-10 hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Ylang 49 and Santal 33 smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Ylang 49: Ylang 49 is a divisive fragrance with strong opinions in both directions. Santal 33: Santal 33 is a highly polarizing fragrance with passionate fans and equally strong detractors.
Which lasts longer, Ylang 49 or Santal 33?+
Ylang 49: Excellent longevity and projection Santal 33: Beautiful, creamy sandalwood scent with excellent longevity (8-10 hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Ylang 49 vs Santal 33?+
Ylang 49 scores highest for fall wear; Santal 33 scores highest for fall wear. Ylang 49 leans daytime, Santal 33 leans daytime.
Dry down on fabric can smell like wet dirt and moss, which not everyone enjoys
Not office-appropriate due to overwhelming strength and polarizing scent profile
