Question 1

What's the difference between Alea 38 and Mauboussin?

Accepted Answer

Alea 38 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from BZ Parfums (2012) dominated by Amber accords. Mauboussin is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mauboussin (2000) leaning on Amber accords. They share 5 accords: Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Alea 38 or Mauboussin?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alea 38 scores 4.22/5 vs Mauboussin at 3.88/5. Mauboussin's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Alea 38 and Mauboussin smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody, Vanilla, Powdery. Mauboussin: Mauboussin by Mauboussin is a polarizing fragrance with significant skin chemistry variation—some experience it as a light, spiced plum with classical elegance, while others find it smoky, tar-like, and burnt.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alea 38 or Mauboussin?

Accepted Answer

Mauboussin: Highly divisive scent with polarizing performance on skin chemistry Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Alea 38 vs Mauboussin?

Accepted Answer

Alea 38 scores highest for summer wear; Mauboussin scores highest for fall wear. Alea 38 leans daytime, Mauboussin leans evening.

Alea 38 vs Mauboussin

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Alea 38 (10)

Unice pentru Mauboussin (10)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Mauboussin

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Alea 38	Mauboussin
Brand	BZ Parfums	Mauboussin
An	2012	2000
Evaluare	4.22	3.88
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	14	14