Question 1

What's the difference between Babylone and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Babylone is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gilles Cantuel (1999) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Babylone or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Babylone scores 4.38/5 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 Babylone and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Babylone 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 Babylone vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Babylone scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Babylone leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Babylone vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (11)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

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Χαρακτηριστικό	Babylone	Black Opium
Οίκος	Gilles Cantuel	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	1999	2014
Βαθμολογία	4.38	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	0	11