Question 1

What's the difference between Extreme Rose and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Extreme Rose is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Louis Varel (2019) dominated by Rose 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, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Extreme Rose or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Extreme Rose scores 4.39/5 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 Extreme Rose and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Patchouli, 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, Extreme Rose 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 Extreme Rose vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Extreme Rose vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Extreme Rose (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Extreme Rose	Black Opium
Brand	Louis Varel	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2019	2014
Evaluare	4.39	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	8	11