Question 1

What's the difference between Royal Elixir and Herod?

Accepted Answer

Royal Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ormonde Jayne (2019) dominated by Amber accords. Herod is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2012) leaning on Tobacco accords. They share 3 accords: Amber, Woody, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Elixir or Herod?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Elixir scores 4.24/5 vs Herod at 4.43/5. Herod's standout strength: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Royal Elixir and Herod smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Amber, Woody, Musky, Amber, Osmanthus. Herod: Herod is highly regarded in the community as a top-tier fragrance from Parfums de Marly, praised for its complex vanilla-tobacco profile, smooth character, and impressive longevity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Royal Elixir or Herod?

Accepted Answer

Herod: Excellent longevity (10-11 hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Royal Elixir vs Herod?

Accepted Answer

Royal Elixir scores highest for fall wear; Herod scores highest for winter wear. Royal Elixir leans evening, Herod leans evening.

Royal Elixir vs Herod

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Royal Elixir (10)

Unice pentru Herod (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Herod

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Royal Elixir	Herod
Brand	Ormonde Jayne	Parfums de Marly
An	2019	2012
Evaluare	4.24	4.43
Concentrație	Elixir	—
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	14	13