Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Review

Black Opium is a very long lasting scent with above average longevity. On most skin types it will last you the whole day. In our tests we could get a great 8 to 10 hours of longevity out of this scent.

Regarding the sillage you’ll be able to perceive this one especially in the first 3 hours very prominently.

Does Black Opium Get A Lot Of Compliments?

Compliments are commonplace with this scent.

It is a really pleasant perfume that both men and women absolutely love.

In our tests Black Opium got tons of compliments and reactions in all kinds of situations.

Whether in the office, bar or at a party, Black Opium always shines and gets lots of compliment. It definitely gets lots of bonus points for this versatility.

This Is What Other Girls Are Saying About Black Opium:

This women’s perfume has been a huge success since its release in the year 2014. It consistently lands top-spots in perfume lists and plenty of women love and swear on this scent. Here are some of the things are girls are saying about this scent:

“This might not be the cheapest perfume but you are paying for the heavenliest of scents ever! I love this scent and all my friends love it, too! “

“Black Opium is totally addicting. I just can’t stop smelling this wonderful scent. The coffee bean just sold me on this one. Even though it is not too strong, I love how it gives this perfume this special something and pushes it over the edge. Just what I was always looking for in a great women’s perfume.“

“This is a scent to fall in love with. From the first moment of smelling Black Opium I was completely sold. When I smell this scent, I always think about hot nights, first dates and lovely experiences at the fair.“

Who Made Black Opium?

The nose behind this scent isn’t just one but four great perfumers.

Nathalie Lorson, known for scents like Bvlagir Pour Femme and know mostly Black Opium, was essential for adding the great coffee accord.

Honorine Blanc that has already made a couple of great scents for the house of Yves Saint Laurent gave this scent its floral aura that is so prominent in the fragrances opening.

Marie Salamagne was responsible for adding the pear and pink pepper notes. A great combination that makes Black Opium so wild and mysterious.

Olivier Cresp refined the finished product and added his special touch to give Black Opium this extremely addicting factor that perfectly fits the name.

Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Rating

Black Opium is one of the sexiest perfumes for women of the last years.

You’ll get a really hot, sexy, alluring and mysterious scent that you won’t get enough off.

Black Opium can shine with its strong performance, great sillage, and also with its enormous versatility. The sensual notes like coffee and cedar give it the perfect scent-dna to go out at night while floral notes like vanilla make it a great fit for the day.

We give this fragrance a clear recommendation and a rating of 9/10.