Hypnotic Poison
DiorEau de Toilette1998
Side by side
Hypnotic Poison vs. Shalimar Eau de Toilette
Is Hypnotic Poison better than Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
VanillaJasmineRose
VanillaSweetpowdery
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Hypnotic Poison and Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
| Hypnotic Poison | Shalimar Eau de Toilette | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 1998 | 1925 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Annick Menardo | Jacques Guerlain |
| Best season | Winter | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Hypnotic Poison and Shalimar Eau de Toilette smell?
Hypnotic Poison
Vanilla
Almond
Sweet
Fruity
Nutty
Powdery
Woody
Coconut
Shalimar Eau de Toilette
Vanilla
Citrus
Iris
Powdery
Floral
Sweet
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Hypnotic Poison and Shalimar Eau de Toilette share?
Top
Bitter AlmondCoconutApricotAllspicePlum
BergamotFloral Notes
Heart
Brazilian RosewoodJasmineTuberoseLily of the ValleyCarawayRoseRosewood
IrisJasmineRose
Base
VanillaAlmondSandalwoodMusk
VanillaTonka Bean
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
JasmineTuberoseLily of the ValleyRose
IrisFloral NotesJasmineRose
Oriental Notes
Vanilla
VanillaTonka Bean
Where they fit
When and where do Hypnotic Poison and Shalimar Eau de Toilette work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Hypnotic Poison or Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
| Hypnotic Poison | Shalimar Eau de Toilette | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Hypnotic Poison and Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
Hypnotic Poison doesn't play it safe. The coconut and almond give it real weight, real warmth. It's sweet, yes, but with a density that borders on something you could almost eat.Hypnotic Poison
Shalimar remains a masterclass in composition. The iris and vanilla pairing in the drydown is legendary for good reason. This is opulent, old-world elegance that still commands attention.Shalimar Eau de Toilette
The hunt
Where to buy Hypnotic Poison and Shalimar Eau de Toilette
| Hypnotic Poison | Shalimar Eau de Toilette | |
|---|---|---|
| 30ml | $90.29fragrancenet | — |
| 1.7 oz | $120.00ecosmetics | — |
| 3.4 oz | $104.72ecosmetics | — |
| 5 oz | $232.45ecosmetics | — |
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