Question 1

What's the difference between Red Musk and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Musk is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Body Shop (2014) 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 2 accords: Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Red Musk or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Red Musk scores 4.14/5 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 Red Musk 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, Red Musk 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 Red Musk vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Musk scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Red Musk leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Red Musk vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Red Musk (4)

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Red Musk	Black Opium
Merk	The Body Shop	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2014	2014
Beoordeling	4.14	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	4	11