Question 1

What's the difference between Amber Elixir and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Amber Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Oriflame (2009) dominated by Amber 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 2 accords: Fruity, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Amber Elixir or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Amber Elixir scores 3.80/5 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 Amber Elixir and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Almond. 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, Amber Elixir 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 Amber Elixir vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Amber Elixir vs Black Opium

Shrnutí porovnání

Společné noty (1)

Unikátní pro Amber Elixir (8)

Unikátní pro Black Opium (10)

Společné akordy (2)

Často kladené otázky

Puls nálady komunity — Black Opium

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Vlastnost	Amber Elixir	Black Opium
Značka	Oriflame	Yves Saint Laurent
Rok	2009	2014
Hodnocení	3.80	3.94
Koncentrace	Elixir	—
Pohlaví	feminine	feminine
Celkový počet not	9	11