Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant vs Les Exclusifs de Chanel Coromandel

The original 2008 Elixir Charnel Oriental Brûlant receives modest appreciation from the community for its balanced sweet Oriental composition, though its perceived similarity to Tonka Impériale and the poor 2016 reformulation have dampened enthusiasm. Fragrance enthusiasts note it's worth buying now due to reported discontinuation, but chemistry-dependent performance and potential reformulation concerns limit broader endorsement.

Coromandel is clearly beloved by those who've experienced it, but the community is conflicted about pursuing discontinued fragrances due to scarcity and skyrocketing resale prices. Many recommend either enjoying it while available and accepting its temporary nature, or avoiding it entirely to prevent disappointment and excessive spending on the secondary market.