Question 1

What's the difference between Détour Noir and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Détour Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Al Haramain Perfumes (2021) dominated by Vanilla accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Détour Noir or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Détour Noir scores 4.30/5 vs Sauvage Elixir at 4.31/5. Sauvage Elixir's standout strength: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Détour Noir and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Lavender. Sauvage Elixir: Sauvage Elixir is a polarizing fragrance with confirmed multiple reformulations that have weakened its legendary performance, especially in 2024-2025 batches.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Détour Noir or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Sauvage Elixir: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Détour Noir vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Détour Noir scores highest for winter wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Détour Noir leans evening, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Détour Noir vs Sauvage Elixir

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Détour Noir (9)

Unice pentru Sauvage Elixir (6)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Sauvage Elixir

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Détour Noir	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Al Haramain Perfumes	Dior
An	2021	2021
Evaluare	4.30	4.31
Concentrație	—	Elixir
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	13	10