Question 1

What's the difference between Cocoa Beans and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Cocoa Beans is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Monotheme Venezia (2024) dominated by Amber 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, Warm Spicy, Soft Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Cocoa Beans or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cocoa Beans scores 3.74/5 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 Cocoa Beans and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Warm Spicy, Soft Spicy, Woody, 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, Cocoa Beans 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 Cocoa Beans vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Cocoa Beans vs Black Opium

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Нийтлэг нот (4)

Cocoa Beans-д өвөрмөц (4)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (7)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

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Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

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Шинж	Cocoa Beans	Black Opium
Брэнд	Monotheme Venezia	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2024	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.74	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	8	11