Question 1

What's the difference between Dewy Desert and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dewy Desert is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from ESSNCE (2023) dominated by Musky 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, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Dewy Desert or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dewy Desert scores 3.87/5 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 Dewy Desert and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Cedar. 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, Dewy Desert 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 Dewy Desert vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dewy Desert scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Dewy Desert leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Dewy Desert vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Dewy Desert (8)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Dewy Desert	Black Opium
Οίκος	ESSNCE	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2023	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.87	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	11