Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Red Panda is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sanctuary (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 6 accords: Woody, White Floral, Fruity, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Red Panda or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Red Panda scores 4.10/5 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 Panda 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 Panda 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 Panda vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Panda scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Red Panda leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Red Panda vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Red Panda (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (6)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Red Panda	Black Opium
Merk	Sanctuary	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2021	2014
Beoordeling	4.10	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	5	11