Black Opium vs Olympéa

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. While it has dedicated fans who appreciate its strong projection and distinctive character, the community acknowledges it's polarizing and not suitable for everyday or versatile wear, with some finding it overly sweet or artificial depending on skin chemistry.

The Essence Vault fragrances are widely considered low-quality despite social media hype. Community members report cheap construction, excessive alcohol presence, weak projection, and poor performance compared to even budget alternatives like Milton Lloyd or Eden Fragrances.