Question 1

What's the difference between Dusty Amber and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dusty Amber is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from ESSNCE (2023) 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 1 accord: White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Dusty Amber or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dusty Amber scores 3.73/5 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 Dusty Amber and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 1 accords, including White Floral, Almond, Coffee, Orange Blossom, Jasmine. 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, Dusty Amber 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 Dusty Amber vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dusty Amber scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Dusty Amber leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Dusty Amber vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (5)

Dusty Amber-д өвөрмөц (10)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (6)

Нийтлэг аккорд (1)

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Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

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Шинж	Dusty Amber	Black Opium
Брэнд	ESSNCE	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2023	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.73	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	15	11