Question 1

What's the difference between Cedar and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Cedar is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Demeter Fragrance (2021) dominated by Woody 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: Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Cedar or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cedar scores 3.15/5 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 Cedar 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, Cedar 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 Cedar vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Cedar vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (1)

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Veelgestelde vragen

Eigenschap	Cedar	Black Opium
Merk	Demeter Fragrance	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2021	2014
Beoordeling	3.15	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11