Black Opium Illicit Green Perfume

Details and Care

Black Opium Illicit Green by Yves Saint Laurent is a mocktail-inspired fragrance. Like a shot of adrenaline, this fragrance features a signature accord of black coffee twisted with luscious, juicy green mandarin and creamy fig. A zesty and unique take on the classic eau de parfum, Black Opium Illicit Green is energizing and thrilling to wear.

Fragrance Family

Spicy, warm

Scent Notes:

Top Notes: Juicy pear, fig leaf, green mandarin.

Middle Notes: fig, orange blossom, jasmine.

Base Notes: Bourbon vanilla, black coffee, patchouli.

Questions and Answers

Q: How does Black Opium Illicit Green smell?

A: Black Opium Illicit Green is a warm and spicy perfume. The mandarin and fig create a creamy but tangy zest to an otherwise coffee and balsamic finish. The combination of ingredients produces a sparkling and sensual fragrance that is perfect for date nights.

Q: Where do you apply Black Opium Illicit Green?

A: To increase the longevity of the fragrance, spray onto your major pulse points, such as behind your ears, at the base of your neck, on the wrists, behind the knees and in the inner elbows.

Q: What is the fragrance concentration?

A: The fragrance concentration of Black Opium Illicit Green is defined as an Eau de Parfum, meaning it is between 15% and 20%. In comparison to other concentrations, such as Eau de Toilette, Black Opium Illicit Green has a stronger concentration, so it should have a longer wear time.

Q: Is Black Opium Illicit Green for him or her?

A: Black Opium Illicit Green is a perfume for her. The scent combines notable feminine ingredients like fruits and flowers. Still, the combination of coffee and bourbon makes for a masculine undertone, so men can also wear the perfume if they don't mind the lighter ingredients.

Q: Does Black Opium Illicit Green last long?

A: Body chemistry and skin type can interfere with the duration of a perfume on the skin. The environment can also affect wear time. That said, an EDP perfume should last between four and five hours, depending on the application. Wearers may prolong the wear time of Black Opium Illicit Green by applying it to their garments. 

Q: What fragrances smell similar?

A: The warmer undertones of Black Opium Illicit Green create a unique combination of sweetness and tartness. If you appreciate the warmer structure of Black Opium Illicit Green, you may also enjoy three other fragrances: Dolce by Dolce & Gabbana, Haiku Intense by Avon or Midnight Nymph by Oakcha.

Q: What season should I wear Black Opium Illicit Green?

A: While Black Opium Illicit Green has floral and green notes that indicate a fragrance for warmer seasons, the foundation of coffee and bourbon creates an undeniable warmth that is better suited to the fall and winter. That said, you can wear the perfume anytime during the year if you're comfortable.

Q: Where can I buy it?

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