Question 1

What's the difference between Expeau and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Expeau is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Galerie Noemie (2002) dominated by Cacao 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, Warm Spicy, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Expeau or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Expeau scores 4.15/5 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 Expeau and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Accepted Answer

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

Expeau vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (2)

Exclusivas de Expeau (2)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (9)

Acordes compartidos (4)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Expeau	Black Opium
Marca	Galerie Noemie	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2002	2014
Valoración	4.15	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	4	11