Question 1

What's the difference between Balu and Santal 33?

Accepted Answer

Balu is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gabar (2025) dominated by Fruity 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: Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Balu or Santal 33?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Balu scores 3.27/5 vs Santal 33 at 3.76/5. 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.

Question 3

Do Balu and Santal 33 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Santal 33: Santal 33 is a highly polarizing fragrance with passionate fans and equally strong detractors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Balu or Santal 33?

Accepted Answer

Santal 33: Beautiful, creamy sandalwood scent with excellent longevity (8-10 hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Balu vs Santal 33?

Accepted Answer

Balu scores highest for winter wear; Santal 33 scores highest for fall wear. Balu leans evening, Santal 33 leans daytime.

Balu vs Santal 33

Podsumowanie porównania

Unikalne dla Balu (7)

Wspólne akordy (2)

Najczęściej zadawane pytania

Puls nastrojów społeczności — Santal 33

Pozytywny

Negatywny

Cecha	Balu	Santal 33
Marka	Gabar	Le Labo
Rok	2025	2011
Ocena	3.27	3.76
Stężenie	—	—
Płeć	feminine	feminine
Łączna liczba nut	7	0