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Obsession vs Poison

Obsession and Poison share 10 of their 31 notes (32%). Poison lasts longer: longevity 9.0/10 against 8.5/10 for Obsession. Poison projects more: sillage 9.0/10 against 8.0/10 for Obsession.

At a glance

ObsessionPoison
BrandCalvin KleinDior
Release year19851985
ConcentrationEau de ParfumNo data
Rating
7.5/10500+ votes
8.0/10500+ votes
Longevity
8.5/10
9.0/10
Sillage
8.0/10
9.0/10

When to wear

Seasons
ObsessionPoison
Winter43%42%
Autumn40%40%
Spring12%13%
Summer4%6%
Occasions
ObsessionPoison
Evening35%38%
Nighttime33%35%
Casual15%12%
Daytime10%9%
Office6%5%

Notes

10 of 31 notes in both (32%)

Only in Obsession

  • Peach
  • Basil
  • Bergamot
  • Green notes
  • Mandarin orange
  • Exotic spices
  • Orange blossom
  • Civet
  • Oakmoss

In both

  • Vanilla
  • Sandalwood
  • Rose
  • Jasmine
  • Cedar
  • Coriander
  • Vetiver
  • Amber
  • Frankincense
  • Musk

Only in Poison

  • Aniseed
  • Pimento
  • Plum
  • Honey(Orange honey)
  • Rosewood
  • Wild berries
  • Tuberose
  • Neroli
  • Opoponax
  • Carnation
  • Cinnamon
  • Heliotrope

Accords

  1. Floral: Obsession, Poison
  2. Sweet: Obsession, Poison
  3. Spicy: Obsession, Poison
  4. Woody: Obsession, Poison
  5. Oriental: Obsession, Poison
  6. Fruity: Poison
  7. Animal: Obsession

Frequently asked questions

Which one lasts longer?

Poison lasts longer: longevity 9.0/10 against 8.5/10 for Obsession.

Which one projects more?

Poison projects more: sillage 9.0/10 against 8.0/10 for Obsession.

Which one suits winter better?

Both suit winter about equally: winter gets 43% of the season votes for Obsession and 42% for Poison.

Which one is rated higher?

Poison is rated higher: 8.0/10 against 7.5/10 for Obsession.

Which notes do they share?

Notes found in both: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Rose, Jasmine, Cedar, Coriander, Vetiver, Amber, Frankincense, Musk.

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