Question 1

What's the difference between Intimate Elixir and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Intimate Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jesus Del Pozo (2021) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Intimate Elixir or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Intimate Elixir scores 3.76/5 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 Intimate Elixir and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Soft Spicy, Pink Pepper. 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, Intimate Elixir 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 Intimate Elixir vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Intimate Elixir vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Intimate Elixir (3)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Intimate Elixir	Black Opium
Οίκος	Jesus Del Pozo	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2021	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.76	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	Elixir	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	6	11