Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Extrait Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Elisire (2021) dominated by Woody accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Extrait Noir or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Extrait Noir scores 4.01/5 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 Extrait Noir and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy, Cinnamon, Patchouli. 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, Extrait 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 Extrait Noir vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

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

Extrait Noir vs Sauvage Elixir

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Extrait Noir (11)

Unice pentru Sauvage Elixir (7)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Sauvage Elixir

Pozitiv

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Atribut	Extrait Noir	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Elisire	Dior
An	2021	2021
Evaluare	4.01	4.31
Concentrație	Extrait de Parfum	Elixir
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	14	10