Question 1

What's the difference between Pistil and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Pistil is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Miskeo Parfums (2022) 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, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Pistil or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pistil scores 4.06/5 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 Pistil 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, Pistil 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 Pistil vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Pistil scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Pistil leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Pistil vs Carnal Flower

对比摘要

Carnal Flower独有（12）

共同主调（2）

社区情绪脉搏 — Carnal Flower

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常见问题

属性	Pistil	Carnal Flower
品牌	Miskeo Parfums	Frederic Malle
年份	2022	2005
评分	4.06	4.16
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	0	12