Question 1

What's the difference between Alina and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alina is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lush (2024) dominated by Amber 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: Woody, Warm Spicy, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Alina or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alina scores 3.67/5 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 Alina and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Soft Spicy, Pink Pepper, 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, Alina 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 Alina vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Alina scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Alina leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Alina vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Alina (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (7)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Alina	Black Opium
Brand	Lush	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2024	2014
Evaluare	3.67	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	10	11