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Black Opium Intense by Yves Saint Laurent
2019 • Women

YVES SAINT LAURENT
BLACK OPIUM INTENSE

Black Opium Intense by Yves Saint Laurent opens with an unexpected twist of absinthe and boysenberry, creating an intriguing and slightly rebellious vibe right from the start. As it unfolds, the heart reveals a rich blend of orange blossom, jasmine sambac, and an unmistakable coffee note that injects a sense of warmth and depth. This transition leads to a base that is sweet and creamy, featuring vanilla, licorice, and sandalwood, which settle into a cozy embrace, leaving a soft yet spicy trail that lingers on the skin. Best suited for the colder months of winter and fall, Black Opium Intense is an ideal fragrance for evening wear, striking the right balance between intimacy and presence. Its moderate longevity means it won't overwhelm, making it perfect for closer encounters. With a community rating of 3.95, this scent holds its own among other gourmand fragrances, appealing to those who appreciate a modern twist on classic notes. If you're looking for something that feels both indulgent and approachable, this fragrance is definitely worth exploring.

Community Rating
4.0
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person Perfumer Olivier Cresp
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verifiedBy Fragranova Editors

Black Opium Intense opens on absinthe and boysenberry before easing into a coffee and jasmine sambac heart. What you'll smell on skin hours in is vanilla, licorice, and sandalwood — the base does the heavy lifting here. Performance lands in the middle: dependable longevity with measured projection. Lives in the winter-to-fall window with a nighttime tilt. Verdict: a solid mid-tier pick with broad appeal at 4.0/5.

timerLONGEVITY

4-6 Hours54%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate37%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 13.3% SPRING
wb_sunny 8% SUMMER
eco 37.3% FALL
ac_unit 41.3% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 34% DAY
dark_mode 66% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

coffee 100%
aromatic 96%
vanilla 94%
warm spicy 82%
soft spicy 82%
bitter 74%
sweet 71%
fruity 70%
white floral 69%
powdery 64%

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