Question 1

What's the difference between Maa Arwaak and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Maa Arwaak is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rasasi (undated) dominated by 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: Warm Spicy, Woody, Sweet, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Maa Arwaak or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Maa Arwaak scores 3.98/5 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 Maa Arwaak and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Sweet, Fruity, 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, Maa Arwaak 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 Maa Arwaak vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Maa Arwaak scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Maa Arwaak leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Maa Arwaak vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Maa Arwaak (8)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (5)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Maa Arwaak	Black Opium
Οίκος	Rasasi	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	—	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.98	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	11	11