Question 1

What's the difference between Lana and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lana is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from M8 Moods (2016) dominated by Citrus 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 2 accords: Vanilla, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Lana or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lana scores 4.50/5 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 Lana and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Jasmine, 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, Lana 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 Lana vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Lana vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Lana (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Lana	Black Opium
Merk	M8 Moods	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2016	2014
Beoordeling	4.50	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11