Question 1

What's the difference between Dewy Desert and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dewy Desert is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from ESSNCE (2023) dominated by Musky 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: Woody, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Dewy Desert or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dewy Desert scores 3.87/5 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 Dewy Desert and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Cedar. 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, Dewy Desert 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 Dewy Desert vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Dewy Desert scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Dewy Desert leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Dewy Desert vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Dewy Desert (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Dewy Desert	Black Opium
Merk	ESSNCE	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.87	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11