Question 1

What's the difference between Oud Elixir and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Veronique Gabai (2024) dominated by Woody accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Earthy, Amber, Rose.

Question 2

Which is better, Oud Elixir or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oud Elixir scores 3.62/5 vs Promise at 4.21/5. Promise's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose fragrance with no actual oud. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Oud Elixir and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Earthy, Amber, Rose, Patchouli. Promise: Promise is widely praised as a masterpiece rose fragrance with exceptional character and uniqueness, earning strong loyalty from both new and experienced fragrance collectors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Oud Elixir or Promise?

Accepted Answer

Promise: Not office-appropriate for some due to projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Oud Elixir vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Oud Elixir scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Oud Elixir leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Oud Elixir vs Promise

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (5)

Unice pentru Oud Elixir (5)

Unice pentru Promise (6)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Promise

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Oud Elixir	Promise
Brand	Veronique Gabai	Frederic Malle
An	2024	2017
Evaluare	3.62	4.21
Concentrație	Elixir	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	10	12