Question 1

What's the difference between Rauch and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Rauch is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Paco Fernandez Fragrances (2024) dominated by Amber accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Rauch or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rauch scores 4.56/5 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 Rauch and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy, 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, Rauch 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 Rauch vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

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

Rauch vs Sauvage Elixir

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Rauch (13)

Unice pentru Sauvage Elixir (8)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Sauvage Elixir

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Rauch	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Paco Fernandez Fragrances	Dior
An	2024	2021
Evaluare	4.56	4.31
Concentrație	—	Elixir
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	16	10