Question 1

What's the difference between Alive Absolu and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alive Absolu is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2024) dominated by Leather 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 3 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Alive Absolu or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alive Absolu scores 3.33/5 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 Alive Absolu and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Vanilla. 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, Alive Absolu 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 Alive Absolu vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alive Absolu scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Alive Absolu leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Alive Absolu vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Alive Absolu (1)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Alive Absolu	Black Opium
Merk	Hugo Boss	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2024	2014
Beoordeling	3.33	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	3	11