Question 1

What's the difference between Alien Extraintense and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alien Extraintense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mugler (2025) dominated by White Floral 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: White Floral, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Alien Extraintense or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alien Extraintense scores 3.87/5 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 Alien Extraintense and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including White Floral, Woody, Vanilla, 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, Alien Extraintense 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 Alien Extraintense vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alien Extraintense scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Alien Extraintense leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Alien Extraintense vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Alien Extraintense (4)

Unice pentru Black Opium (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Alien Extraintense	Black Opium
Brand	Mugler	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2025	2014
Evaluare	3.87	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	6	11