Question 1

What's the difference between BOIS d'YLANG and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

BOIS d'YLANG is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nonfiction (2025) dominated by Yellow Floral accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Sweet, Tuberose, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, BOIS d'YLANG or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, BOIS d'YLANG scores 4.67/5 vs Carnal Flower at 4.16/5. Carnal Flower's standout strength: Beautiful, evocative floral with a distinctive dirty/smoky character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do BOIS d'YLANG and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Carnal Flower: Carnal Flower is overwhelmingly praised by the r/fragrance community as a masterpiece floral fragrance with a unique dirty, sensual character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, BOIS d'YLANG or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Carnal Flower: Versatile across seasons and occasions with excellent longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits BOIS d'YLANG vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

BOIS d'YLANG scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. BOIS d'YLANG leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

BOIS d'YLANG vs Carnal Flower

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Carnal Flower (12)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Carnal Flower

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	BOIS d'YLANG	Carnal Flower
Brand	Nonfiction	Frederic Malle
An	2025	2005
Evaluare	4.67	4.16
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	12