Question 1

What's the difference between Borea and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Borea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tiziana Terenzi (2019) 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 4 accords: White Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Borea or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Borea scores 3.78/5 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 Borea and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Pear. Black Opium: Black Opium de YSL es reconocido por la comunidad de r/fragrance como una opción de fragancia de declaración popular, particularmente mencionado como ejemplo de un aroma nocturno audaz.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Borea 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 Borea vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Borea vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (4)

Exclusivas de Borea (8)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (7)

Acordes compartidos (4)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Borea	Black Opium
Marca	Tiziana Terenzi	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2019	2014
Valoración	3.78	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	12	11