Question 1

What's the difference between Perfect Absolute and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Perfect Absolute is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marc Jacobs (2025) dominated by Caramel 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: Sweet, Fruity, White Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Perfect Absolute or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Perfect Absolute scores 3.97/5 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 Perfect Absolute and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, White Floral, Woody, Jasmine. 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, Perfect Absolute 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 Perfect Absolute vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Perfect Absolute scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Perfect Absolute leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Perfect Absolute vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Perfect Absolute (3)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (10)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Perfect Absolute	Black Opium
Marke	Marc Jacobs	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2025	2014
Bewertung	3.97	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	4	11