Question 1

What's the difference between No. 40 and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No. 40 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Fragrance Design Studio (2014) dominated by Green accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Aromatic, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, No. 40 or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, No. 40 scores 4.71/5 vs Carnal Flower at 4.16/5. Carnal Flower's standout strength: Beautiful, evocative floral with a distinctive dirty/smoky character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do No. 40 and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Carnal Flower: Carnal Flower is overwhelmingly praised by the r/fragrance community as a masterpiece floral fragrance with a unique dirty, sensual character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, No. 40 or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Carnal Flower: Versatile across seasons and occasions with excellent longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits No. 40 vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No. 40 scores highest for all seasons wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. No. 40 leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

No. 40 vs Carnal Flower

对比摘要

Carnal Flower独有（12）

共同主调（2）

常见问题

社区情绪脉搏 — Carnal Flower

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负面

属性	No. 40	Carnal Flower
品牌	The Fragrance Design Studio	Frederic Malle
年份	2014	2005
评分	4.71	4.16
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	0	12