Question 1

What's the difference between Alpha and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alpha is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Avon (2015) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Woody, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Alpha or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alpha scores 3.64/5 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 Alpha and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Alpha 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 Alpha vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Alpha vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Alpha (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Alpha	Black Opium
Merk	Avon	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2015	2014
Beoordeling	3.64	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	11