Question 1

What's the difference between Mae and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Mae is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from VeraLab (2019) dominated by Patchouli 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 2 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Mae or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Mae scores 3.70/5 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 Mae and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Jasmine. Black Opium: Black Opium d'YSL est reconnu par la communauté r/fragrance comme un choix de parfum déclaration populaire, particulièrement mentionné comme exemple d'un scent soirée audacieux.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Mae 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 Mae vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Mae vs Black Opium

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (2)

Uniques à Mae (5)

Uniques à Black Opium (9)

Accords communs (2)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Mae	Black Opium
Marque	VeraLab	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2019	2014
Évaluation	3.70	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	7	11