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    Side by side

    Supernova vs. 42

    Supernova by Aaron Terence Hughes bottle

    Supernova

    Aaron Terence Hughes
    Eau de Parfum2024
    Moderately similar
    42 by O'Driu bottle

    42

    O'Driu
    2021
    New comparison

    Supernova rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Supernova vs. 42
    Supernova42
    ConcentrationEau de Parfum
    Launched20242021
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerAaron Terence HughesAngelo Orazio Pregoni
    Best seasonSpringFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Supernova

    Citrus
    Fruity
    Fresh Spicy
    Amber
    Fresh
    Sweet
    Aromatic
    Earthy

    42

    Earthy
    Aromatic
    Bitter
    Cacao
    Mossy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Mandarin OrangeGrapefruitBergamot
    AbsintheMushroomRoots
    Heart
    PineappleAppleAquatic Notes
    MagnoliaRoseCacaoPeach
    Base
    AmbergrisOakmossWhite MuskPatchouliGinger
    OudTonka BeanAmberWoody Notes

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Supernova vs. 42
    Supernova42
    Score4.5/53/5
    Longevity6-10 hours2-4 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This is the fragrance for people who want projection without apology. The opening is a full-frontal citrus assault, juicy, sharp, unapologetic. But give it an hour.Supernova
    The absinthe and mushroom opening will divide a room before anyone gets close enough to smell the cacao. That's the point. The initial impression is deliberately challenging.42