Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Opium
3.8
Overall
Accords
fruity
white floral
coffee
citrus
sweet
fresh
Notes Pyramid
Top
PearBlack CurrantCitrusesGreen Mandarin
Heart
CoffeeTeaJasmineOrange Blossom
Base
White WoodWhite Musk
Community Verdict
Pros & Cons
- ✅ Exceptionally versatile for daily wear
- ✅ More approachable and less intense than the original EDP
- ✅ Beautiful, luminous pear and coffee opening
- ✅ Comforting, cozy drydown that lasts
- ✅ Stunning, photogenic bottle design
- ❌ Not as unique or bold as the original Black Opium EDP
- ❌ Performance is moderate, not exceptional
- ❌ Can be too sweet for some in warmer weather
- ❌ The pear note may come across as slightly synthetic to some noses
