Question 1

What's the difference between Joséphine and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Joséphine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from VeraLab (2020) dominated by Fruity accords. Black Opium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2014) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Joséphine or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Joséphine scores 3.50/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. Black Opium's standout strength: Versatile statement fragrance choice mentioned in community recommendations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Joséphine and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Joséphine or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Joséphine vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Joséphine scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Joséphine leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Joséphine مقابل Black Opium

ملخص المقارنة

حصرية لـJoséphine (8)

حصرية لـBlack Opium (11)

نغمات مشتركة (3)

الأسئلة الشائعة

نبض مشاعر المجتمع — Black Opium

إيجابي

سلبي

الخاصية	Joséphine	Black Opium
العلامة التجارية	VeraLab	Yves Saint Laurent
السنة	2020	2014
التقييم	3.50	3.94
التركيز	—	—
الجنس	feminine	feminine
إجمالي المكونات	8	11