Question 1

What's the difference between Rare and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Rare is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rare Beauty (2025) dominated by Vanilla 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: Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Rare or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rare scores 3.97/5 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 Rare and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Warm 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, Rare 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 Rare vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Rare vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο Rare (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (9)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Rare	Black Opium
Οίκος	Rare Beauty	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2025	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.97	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	11