Question 1

What's the difference between Scandal Intense and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Scandal Intense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Paul Gaultier (2025) dominated by Vanilla 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: Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Scandal Intense or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Scandal Intense scores 3.85/5 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 Scandal Intense and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Woody, 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, Scandal Intense 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 Scandal Intense vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Scandal Intense scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Scandal Intense leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Scandal Intense vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (1)

Einzigartig für Scandal Intense (2)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (10)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Scandal Intense	Black Opium
Marke	Jean Paul Gaultier	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2025	2014
Bewertung	3.85	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	3	11