Question 1

What's the difference between Explosea and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Explosea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Once (undated) dominated by Citrus 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, Aromatic, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Explosea or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Explosea scores 4.29/5 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 Explosea and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Amber, Licorice. 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, Explosea 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 Explosea vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Explosea scores highest for summer wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Explosea leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Explosea vs Sauvage Elixir

Підсумок порівняння

Спільні ноти (3)

Унікальні для Explosea (6)

Унікальні для Sauvage Elixir (7)

Спільні акорди (3)

Часті запитання

Пульс настроїв спільноти — Sauvage Elixir

Позитивний

Негативний

Властивість	Explosea	Sauvage Elixir
Бренд	Once	Dior
Рік	—	2021
Оцінка	4.29	4.31
Концентрація	—	Elixir
Стать	feminine	masculine
Усього нот	11	10