Question 1

What's the difference between Turquoise Seas and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Turquoise Seas is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Calgon (2015) dominated by Aquatic 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 no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.

Question 2

Which is better, Turquoise Seas or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Turquoise Seas scores 4.11/5 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 Turquoise Seas 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, Turquoise Seas 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 Turquoise Seas vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Turquoise Seas scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Turquoise Seas leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Turquoise Seas vs Black Opium

对比摘要

Black Opium独有（11）

社区情绪脉搏 — Black Opium

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属性	Turquoise Seas	Black Opium
品牌	Calgon	Yves Saint Laurent
年份	2015	2014
评分	4.11	3.94
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	0	11