Question 1

What's the difference between Nuit de l'Himalaya and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Nuit de l'Himalaya is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rituals (2024) dominated by 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: Fruity, Woody, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Nuit de l'Himalaya or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Nuit de l'Himalaya scores 4.15/5 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 Nuit de l'Himalaya and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Soft Spicy, Pink Pepper, Cedar. 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, Nuit de l'Himalaya 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 Nuit de l'Himalaya vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Nuit de l'Himalaya scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Nuit de l'Himalaya leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Nuit de l'Himalaya vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Nuit de l'Himalaya (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Nuit de l'Himalaya	Black Opium
Brand	Rituals	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2024	2014
Evaluare	4.15	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	9	11