Candid recalls Scandal for women through white flowers and honeyed sweetness. Some wearers find Candid more floral through the middle, while Scandal turns more quickly towards a dense honey-and-patchouli drydown.
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Scent profile
| Accord | OriginalScandal | AlternativeCandid |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet | ||
| Honey | ||
| Floral | ||
| Earthy | ||
| Citrus |
Performance
| Measure | OriginalScandal | AlternativeCandid |
|---|---|---|
| Projection | Moderate | Not yet assessed |
| Longevity | Long-lasting6–9 hrs | Not yet assessed |
Scores estimate each fragrance’s accord prominence: 1 is a background trace, 3 is noticeable and 5 is defining. Only accords assessed for both fragrances are compared. Hour ranges show typical estimated wear and can vary by wearer.
Performance notes and sources
Scandal
Women's Scandal reports five to nine and over twelve hours; moderate-to-strong diffusion. Men's flankers excluded. Editorial estimate from retrieved wearer accounts, not a measured consensus. Performance varies by skin, application and version. Accord ratings were not reassessed.
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Candid
The cited description supports the scent character, but does not establish reliable projection or longevity for this exact version.
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