Question 1

What's the difference between So Elixir Bois Sensuel and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

So Elixir Bois Sensuel is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Rocher (2015) dominated by Patchouli 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: Vanilla, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, So Elixir Bois Sensuel or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, So Elixir Bois Sensuel scores 3.87/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, So Elixir Bois Sensuel sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). So Elixir Bois Sensuel's standout strength: Warm, cozy woody-vanilla base with patchouli. 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 So Elixir Bois Sensuel and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. So Elixir Bois Sensuel: So Elixir Bois Sensuel is fondly remembered by the community as a warm, woody amber floral with patchouli and vanilla, offering a comforting "warm hug" quality without excessive sweetness. 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, So Elixir Bois Sensuel 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 So Elixir Bois Sensuel vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

So Elixir Bois Sensuel scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. So Elixir Bois Sensuel leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

So Elixir Bois Sensuel vs Black Opium

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Cecha	So Elixir Bois Sensuel	Black Opium
Marka	Yves Rocher	Yves Saint Laurent
Rok	2015	2014
Ocena	3.87	3.94
Stężenie	Elixir	—
Płeć	feminine	feminine
Łączna liczba nut	0	11