Question 1

What's the difference between B. U. Absolute Me and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

B. U. Absolute Me is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sarantis (2017) dominated by Caramel 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: Fruity, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, B. U. Absolute Me or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, B. U. Absolute Me scores 3.94/5 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 B. U. Absolute Me and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Pear. 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, B. U. Absolute Me 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 B. U. Absolute Me vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

B. U. Absolute Me scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. B. U. Absolute Me leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

B. U. Absolute Me vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor B. U. Absolute Me (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	B. U. Absolute Me	Black Opium
Merk	Sarantis	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	3.94	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11