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81/100

Yves Saint Laurent

Black Opium Extreme

“Coffee and cacao over patchouli — Black Opium's darkest 2021 flanker, mature evening feminine.”

Black Opium Extreme
warm spicy
coffee
vanilla

The take

What works

  • ●Coffee-cacao darker mysterious Black Opium flanker
  • ●Boozier sexier dark-academia signature

Trade-offs

  • ●Bitter-spicy patchouli profile polarizes
  • ●Disappointing longevity for an Extreme

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Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Leans feminine.

When

  • Spring, 22%
  • Summer, 10%
  • Fall, 92%, best
  • Winter, 100%, best
  • Day, 41%
  • Night, 87%, best

Occasions

Date nightNight out

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Black Opium Extreme smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Opium (87%), Nishane Ani (100%), Maison Alhambra Opera Noir (100%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Black Opium Extreme last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Black Opium Extreme?

Black Opium Extreme is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits date nights and nights out.

Is Black Opium Extreme worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Coffee-cacao darker mysterious Black Opium flanker. Boozier sexier dark-academia signature.