Question 1

What's the difference between Joy and Poison?

Accepted Answer

Joy is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Patou (1930) dominated by White Floral accords. Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1985) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 3 accords: White Floral, Tuberose, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Joy or Poison?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Joy scores 3.93/5 vs Poison at 3.93/5. On r/fragrance, Joy sits at 8.5/10 (positive) while Poison is 6.5/10 (mixed). Joy's standout strength: Iconic classic fragrance with historical significance. Poison's standout strength: Iconic 90s fragrance with historical significance and nostalgia. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Joy and Poison smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including White Floral, Tuberose, Woody, Tuberose, Jasmine. Joy: Joy by Jean Patou is widely respected within the fragrance community as a legendary classic worthy of inclusion on must-smell lists. Poison: Dior Poison is a highly polarizing fragrance with strong nostalgic value from the 1980s-90s era, praised for its unique dark character and longevity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Joy or Poison?

Accepted Answer

Joy: Excellent longevity and performance Poison: Strong longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Joy vs Poison?

Accepted Answer

Joy scores highest for all seasons wear; Poison scores highest for winter wear. Joy leans daytime, Poison leans evening.

Joy vs Poison

对比摘要

共同香调（4）

Joy独有（3）

Poison独有（17）

共同主调（3）

常见问题

社区情绪脉搏 — Joy

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社区情绪脉搏 — Poison

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属性	Joy	Poison
品牌	Jean Patou	Dior
年份	1930	1985
评分	3.93	3.93
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	7	21