Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum vs Bayn Al Asrar Eau de Parfum

Guidance 46

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2024	Year	2024
£££££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum

Guidance 46 is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that commands attention. Many hail it as a masterpiece, a smoother, more refined take on the original Guidance, while others find its intensity overwhelming and even unpleasant. This isn't a scent for the faint-hearted; it's bold, unforgettable, and polarising.

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Our Verdict - Bayn Al Asrar Eau de Parfum

This much-hyped Arabian scent is a divisive one. While some find Bayn Al Asrar a softer, more wearable take on its inspiration, others get hospital disinfectant or sour funk. Give it time to macerate, if you dare, but sample first - this is not a safe blind buy.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	1%	1%
Floral	29%	21%
Fruity	7%	11%
Green	2%	3%
Sweet	27%	30%
Warm	17%	17%
Woody	16%	14%
Earthy	8%	10%
Animalic	10%	10%
Fresh	6%	7%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Guidance 46 EdP

Bayn Al Asrar EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pear 19% vs 36%

Hazelnut 17% vs 36%

Frankincense 14% vs 27%

Only in Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum

Rose 21% Almond 15% Pink Pepper 12%

Shared Notes

Rose 36% vs 31%

Osmanthus 22% vs 24%

Saffron 20% vs 22%

Jasmine 20% vs 21%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 18% vs 22%

Akigalawood 14% vs 16%

Vanilla 13% vs 23%

Ambergris 10% vs 18%

Labdanum 10% vs 19%

Only in Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum

Ambrette 12% Georgywood 11% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 9%

Accords

Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum Bayn Al Asrar Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

62%

Amber

89%

70%

Fruity

76%

64%

Nutty

74%

62%

Sweet

68%

64%

Floral

55%

63%

Warm Spicy

64%

62%

Rose

57%

Vanilla

56%

Balsamic

51%

50%

Powdery

50%

Almond

Woody shared

100%

Amber shared

62%

89%

Fruity shared

70%

76%

Nutty shared

64%

74%

Sweet shared

62%

68%

Floral shared

64%

55%

Warm Spicy shared

63%

64%

Rose shared

62%

57%

Vanilla

56%

Balsamic

51%

Powdery

50%

Almond

50%

Performance

Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum Bayn Al Asrar Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its extreme projection and longevity, Guidance 46 is too potent for office, casual, or sport wear, risking overwhelming others. It truly shines for date nights or formal events where its commanding presence can be appreciated, though moderation is key.

Bayn Al Asrar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Given its moderate sillage and 'softer' character compared to its inspiration, Bayn Al Asrar leans versatile. It's suitable for office wear if applied lightly, brilliant for dates due to its sensual warmth, and equally at home in casual settings. However, it lacks the gravitas for formal events and the freshness for sport.