Question 1

What's the difference between Rare Amethyst and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Rare Amethyst is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Avon (2015) 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 4 accords: Fruity, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Rare Amethyst or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rare Amethyst scores 3.83/5 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 Rare Amethyst 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, Rare Amethyst 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 Rare Amethyst vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Rare Amethyst scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Rare Amethyst leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Rare Amethyst vs Black Opium

Comparison Summary

Unique to Rare Amethyst (3)

Unique to Black Opium (11)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Black Opium

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Attribute	Rare Amethyst	Black Opium
Brand	Avon	Yves Saint Laurent
Year	2015	2014
Rating	3.83	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	3	11