Question 1

What's the difference between Alina and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alina is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lush (2024) 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 3 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Alina or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alina scores 3.67/5 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 Alina and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Soft Spicy, Pink Pepper, Vanilla. Black Opium: Black Opium von YSL wird von der r/fragrance-Community als beliebte Statement-Duftauswahl anerkannt, besonders als Beispiel für einen kühnen Abendduft.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alina 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 Alina vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alina scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Alina leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Alina vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (4)

Einzigartig für Alina (6)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (7)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Alina	Black Opium
Marke	Lush	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2024	2014
Bewertung	3.67	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	10	11