Question 1

What's the difference between Dear Karma and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dear Karma is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The House of Oud (2024) dominated by Amber accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Dear Karma or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dear Karma scores 3.70/5 vs Guidance at 3.85/5. On r/fragrance, Dear Karma sits at 7.2/10 (positive) while Guidance is 6.8/10 (mixed). Dear Karma's standout strength: Distinctive and well-executed absinthe/wormwood top note. Guidance's standout strength: Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Dear Karma and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Rose, Saffron. Dear Karma: Dear Karma by The House of Oud receives positive recognition for its distinctive absinthe opening, though it remains relatively underappreciated in the fragrance community. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Dear Karma or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dear Karma: Top note fades quickly within the first hour Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Dear Karma vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dear Karma scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Dear Karma leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Dear Karma vs Guidance

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Dear Karma (9)

Unice pentru Guidance (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Dear Karma

Pozitiv

Negativ

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Guidance

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Dear Karma	Guidance
Brand	The House of Oud	Amouage
An	2024	2023
Evaluare	3.70	3.85
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	12	12