Question 1

What's the difference between Oud Maximus Elixir and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Maximus Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bortnikoff (2025) dominated by Oud accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Rose, Amber, Leather, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Oud Maximus Elixir or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oud Maximus Elixir scores 4.75/5 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 Oud Maximus Elixir and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Rose, Amber, Leather, Musky, Pink Pepper. Promise: Promise é amplamente elogiado como uma obra-prima de fragrância floral com caráter excepcional e singularidade, conquistando forte lealdade de colecionadores novatos e experientes.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Oud Maximus Elixir 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 Oud Maximus Elixir vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Maximus Elixir scores highest for all seasons wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Oud Maximus Elixir leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

Oud Maximus Elixir vs Promise

Resumo da comparação

Notas em comum (3)

Exclusivas de Oud Maximus Elixir (14)

Exclusivas de Promise (8)

Acordes em comum (4)

Perguntas frequentes

Pulso do sentimento da comunidade — Promise

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Atributo	Oud Maximus Elixir	Promise
Marca	Bortnikoff	Frederic Malle
Ano	2025	2017
Avaliação	4.75	4.21
Concentração	Elixir	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	18	12