Question 1

What's the difference between Mon Guerlain Sensuelle and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Mon Guerlain Sensuelle is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2017) dominated by Vanilla 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: Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Mon Guerlain Sensuelle or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Mon Guerlain Sensuelle scores 4.54/5 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 Mon Guerlain Sensuelle and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Woody, Jasmine. 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, Mon Guerlain Sensuelle 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 Mon Guerlain Sensuelle vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Mon Guerlain Sensuelle scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Mon Guerlain Sensuelle leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Mon Guerlain Sensuelle vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Mon Guerlain Sensuelle (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Mon Guerlain Sensuelle	Black Opium
Merk	Guerlain	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	4.54	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	12	11