Question 1

What's the difference between Illuminea and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Illuminea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mary Kay (2020) dominated by White Floral 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 5 accords: White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Illuminea or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Illuminea scores 4.04/5 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 Illuminea and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity, Woody, Soft Spicy. 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, Illuminea 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 Illuminea vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Illuminea vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Illuminea (5)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (5)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Illuminea	Black Opium
Οίκος	Mary Kay	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2020	2014
Βαθμολογία	4.04	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	8	11