Question 1

What's the difference between The Beekeeper and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

The Beekeeper is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Oakcha (2024) dominated by Fruity 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 4 accords: Fruity, Sweet, White Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, The Beekeeper or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Beekeeper scores 4.20/5 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 The Beekeeper and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, The Beekeeper 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 The Beekeeper vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

The Beekeeper vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru The Beekeeper (8)

Unice pentru Black Opium (11)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	The Beekeeper	Black Opium
Brand	Oakcha	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2024	2014
Evaluare	4.20	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	8	11