Question 1

What's the difference between Extra Concentrated and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Extra Concentrated is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cosmopolitan (2019) dominated by Patchouli 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, Extra Concentrated or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Extra Concentrated scores 3.60/5 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 Extra Concentrated and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Patchouli. 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, Extra Concentrated 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 Extra Concentrated vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Extra Concentrated scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Extra Concentrated leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Extra Concentrated vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Extra Concentrated (4)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (10)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Extra Concentrated	Black Opium
Marke	Cosmopolitan	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2019	2014
Bewertung	3.60	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	5	11