Question 1

What's the difference between Ishraq and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Ishraq is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Orientica (2018) dominated by Powdery 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, Vanilla, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Ishraq or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ishraq scores 3.77/5 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 Ishraq and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Vanilla, White Floral, Jasmine, Vanilla. 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, Ishraq 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 Ishraq vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Ishraq vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Ishraq (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Ishraq	Black Opium
Οίκος	Orientica	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2018	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.77	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	10	11