Question 1

What's the difference between Illuminea and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Illuminea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mary Kay (2020) 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 5 accords: White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Illuminea or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Illuminea scores 4.04/5 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 Illuminea and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity, Woody, Soft Spicy. 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, Illuminea 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 Illuminea vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Illuminea vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (3)

Illuminea-д өвөрмөц (5)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (8)

Нийтлэг аккорд (5)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

Эерэг

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Шинж	Illuminea	Black Opium
Брэнд	Mary Kay	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2020	2014
Үнэлгээ	4.04	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	8	11