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Opium Perfume by Yves Saint Laurent

Opium Perfume

By Yves Saint Laurent for Women

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Most Liked Positive Review

4

A spicy vintage scent

I bought this because I was absolutely smitten with the vintage knock off of this scent, "Ninja." I'm sorry to report I think I actually like the knock off better. Opium has a spicy and exotic scent, but there is a lingering chemical quality (I'm not sure how to describe it) that I find common in v...

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Too weak doesn't last

Found opium too weak doent last have bought opium since it came out this bottle doesn't smell & larst like the old opium I bough I year ago

Reviewed by 136 customers

5

Only the best

My favourite perfume for over 40 years but way out of my price league now. It was my signature fragrance, now what I have left will be the last one ever. I have started looking for substitutes and wearing those. Nothing comes close.

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Submitted 6/15/2024
By Yez
From Victoria Australia
5

yes

JUST LV IT

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 5/15/2024
By deedee
From whiting nj
5

Opium

Am a Senior. Have used Opium fragrance since it came out in 1977. Love it. Hope never goes out of style.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 4/3/2024
By Nan
From Muskego, Wisconsin
5

I love this product. I've purchased it twice already.

I use the product daily. I love the product. It smells so good on me. And, more often than not, I get plenty of compliments.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 3/2/2024
By Buffy
From Philadelphia, PA
5

I love the Original Opium . I't's my signature scent.

I wish the Original Opium would come back , unfortunately it's being phased out & the Black opium is taking over . I do NOT like the Black opium .. it's too sweet and does not have Original Opium!s sexy Woodsey exotic scent that I love so much ! I'm 69 years old! I want it back . It's hard to find & opium body creams are discontinued. I'm so sad & upset ! Kathy K

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 12/16/2023
By Kathy K
From Sussex, NJ
5

I would like to buy this for myself for years.

Little bit goes a long way. Love it.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 9/5/2023
By Diane
From Texas countryside
2

Not Opium, very disappointing

I have used Opium for many years & had compliments. I loved the way it made me feel but this is totally different! Hardly any fragrance at all, doesn't last, waste of money. So disappointed.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 6/19/2023
By Gill
From West Yorkshire
4

Not what she used to be !!

I still buy Opium but not as often as I used to. The prices are totally outrageous, considering how long it's been around and the scent is getting milder & milder as years go by. Give me the stronger scent from the 90's. Didn't have to use but a small spray and you could smell it from quite a distance.

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Submitted 5/11/2023
By DebDeb
From NC
5

I would buy this product

I use this product on special occasions or when I go out, also when I go to church.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 4/19/2023
By Bobbie
From Ojai, California
5

I love this product

I use this fragrance for special occasions

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 3/30/2023
By RAM
From Austin, Texas
4

Scent changed

I used to wear this when it first came out. After trying out other scents over the years I went back to my old favourite. I don't know what happened but it smelt totally different, not a bit like the scent I loved, but it is still lovely. The good thing is I've bought many of the other Opium scents, very nice.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/2/2023
By Gill
From Lincoln, UK
3

Yes

Love it

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/1/2023
By Dawn
From Mesa Arizona
5

Opium is my best friend!

Please bring the price down rather than keep putting it up..... I know this isn't going to happen but it's the only problem I've have for the last few years. I have never ever wore a different perfume since I was 19 years old and now I'm 55 years old. I absolutely love opium original it's lush .....

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 1/30/2023
By Opium 3
From Tyne & Wear England
5

I love love love it...

Old days memories its been around for all my life..from my great grandmother to my daughter.....Our family favorite perfume ..

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 11/29/2022
By Millie
From New York
5

My all time favorite. Only one I've worn for over 30 years.

Also stays if spritzed in your hair as well as on pulse points.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 8/29/2022
By Shaka
From Indiana unfortunately
3

I Want All of It!

Very pleased with the scent. However when I got close to the end of the bottle I noticed that the tube was one half inch from the bottom of the bottle, resulting in a sad amount eau perfume being discarded! I have tried many different products from you and this is the first time I have seen this defect.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 7/21/2022
By Auntie Ann
From Hilliard, Ohio
1

All these perfumes are knokoffs, my pricey red door smells d

Took 5 months to get to mr

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 7/6/2022
By Helen
From South africa
5

Love this product!

I wear my Opium all the time, Especially when I lounge around! It calming for me!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 5/7/2022
By Ms.T
From Wilmington, NC
5

I would recommend this product to anyone and I will buy it a

I use this sparingly and get compliments every time I wear it. I have always loved Opium but it has gotten expensive.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 12/30/2021
By Shargee
From Panama, Oklahoma
5

Awesome, very fast delivery

I love it wear it all the time

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 11/22/2021
By Denise
From Havana FL
5

Opium for Life

It had been over 15 years since I had a bottle of Opium and it appears to have exceeded my expectations this time

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 11/17/2021
By Bronksgrl
From West Columbia, SC
2

NOT the "original" Opium scent or strength!

I wear Opium whenever I'm going out with or visiting friends. The Opium's I've bought recently are not the same scent and don't last as long as the original scent from the 80's. Also, the price is getting outrageous.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 11/11/2021
By Great Dane
From Crossville, TN
5

I can't it has gotten TOO Expensive ‼️

I love this product, and will miss wearing it ‼️

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Submitted 10/19/2021
By Nurse
From FL
5

Love this perfume!

Someone gave me a gift certificate from this store, years ago on Christmas. Best product I ever bought! Really would like to know what the Black Opium smells like. Hopefully one day.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 5/19/2021
By Bev- Fairy 26
From Lakewood, California
5

Love this perfume and have used it for years.

Am never without Opium perfume and have used it for years. Not only do I get complemented on it, I love it.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 5/17/2021
By Mary D
From Australia
1

I will not buy this one again

The fragrance is nice when you put it on,unfortunately it doesn't last..not even a half an hr..very disappointed

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 4/19/2021
By Eva
From Pittsburgh
2

Not sure getting to expensive

Every day yrs

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Submitted 4/14/2021
By Susie
From Md
5

Would buy this scent again!

Use it everyday and get a lot of compliments on it and they ask what I have on..just love it!!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 4/10/2021
By Cookie
From Long Island-New York
5

I am very happy with this purchase

I love this fragrance. It's been great quality for years.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 4/5/2021
By Sue
From Wasilla, Alaska
1

Disappointing

I have been using opium for many years, this isnt just new packaging its a whole new fragrance and it is terrible. I brought it thinking or hoping it was the same old fragrance. Bring back the original fragrance as everyone loved the old one.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 3/27/2021
By Serina
From Queensland Australia
5

One of my go to, favorites.

Love it.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/23/2021
By Claudette1218
From Garden Street, MI
5

Love this perfume

Love perfume.com

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/21/2021
By Theresa
From OH
5

Men Enjoy the Smell!♡Luv,Luv!

☆Many Men Luv the Smell♡

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/10/2021
By BIGRED
From Texas
5

This perfume is one I will continue to purchase.

This a great perfume long lasting and not overpowering

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 1/25/2021
By Sadie's mom
From Ft. Collins Colorado
5

i would buy this product again

I have worn this perfume for years i love it but it is so more expensive than it used to be so can only wear it for special occasions now x

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 1/25/2021
By Cleopatra
From Leicester united kingdom
5

Best Cold Weather Scent.

I have worn Opium during the Fall & Winter for ages. It is definitely my husbands favorite on me. The warm, spicy scent is perfect for a cold night cuddling in front of the fire or going out to our favorite Blues Club. Although I have tried the Black Opium, the original is still the best. I always get compliments when I have it on.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 12/2/2020
By Penelope
From New Mexico
1

The perfume is fine but I don't rate this company at all

The price is over inflated.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend
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Submitted 9/29/2020
By Don't have one
From York UK
5

I bought this for my mother its all she wears, she loves it.

I ordered Opium for my mother and she absolutely loves it

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 7/8/2020
By Jill the beach girl
From New York
5

Spicy

I have used this product for over 50 years and it's still my favorite even after all these years . I bought my first bottle when I turned 26 as a birthday present for myself.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 7/2/2020
By The smurf
From San Mateo, California
5

I would buy this product again and again!

For work, going out, anytime.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 6/30/2020
By Netts
From Carson
5

I am very happy with my purchases and will be purchasing aga

No comments at this time

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 6/17/2020
By Julie
From PA
3

just what i wanted

smaller bottle than i expected

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 6/11/2020
By lee
From Missouri
5

Lovely it

Lovely perfume not buy as to price

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 5/28/2020
By Angel2
From West Midlands
5

Opium has been my favorite 4 decades!

My husband & I use nothing else ...Opium eau de toilet, parfume, cologne spray

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 3/24/2020
By NA
From RTP, NC
5

I have bouth and worn this perfume for years

I love the perfume, body lotion also

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/13/2020
By dee
From ohio
5

LOVE IT

I have worn this scent for 30 years. I get complimented every day on how nice I smell. Strangers even stop me to tell me how nice I smell and ask what is the name of the fragrance I am wearing

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/11/2020
By J
From NJ
Verified Reviewer
5

I will buy again and again

I have used this perfume for years originally purchased my first at duty free then my son purchased more for me when he travelled or from the Bay. I love it and people almost always ask what perfume I am wearing.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 2/4/2020
By Dragonlady
From Alberta
5

YES !

A favorite !! Its' a splurge

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 1/26/2020
By LSM
From Connecticut
5

Opium perfume

Always a great fragrance

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 1/19/2020
By 1812 zlana
From Durham England
Verified Reviewer
5

very good product especially for this price!

Just need a small amount as it is very fragmented, but it last an extremely long time when applied properly.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend
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Submitted 1/13/2020
By runrun
From Ontario
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Details and Care

Yves Saint Laurent Opium perfume is a classic spicy amber scent tfor women hat has been popular for years. While the amber note is prominent, it is softened with florals and citrus notes and sweetened with vanilla.

Fragrance Family

Amber, floral

Scent Notes:

Top Notes: bergamot, mandarin orange, lily-of-the-valley

Middle Notes: jasmine, myrrh

Base Notes: amber, vanilla, opoponax, patchouli

Questions and Answers

Q: How does Yves Saint Laurent Opium perfume smell?

A: Opium perfume for women by YSL It's like an evening spent wearing your finest clothes, dining at the most exclusive restaurant and then clubbing with your most precious company. Opium evokes the best and most luxurious of everything. The amber note is rich and warm and its appeal is only strengthened by the addition of florals and citrus.

Q: Where do you apply Opium perfume?

A: To increase the longevity of the fragrance, spray this scent 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: Opium perfume is available both as an Eau de Toilette and an Eau de Parfum from Yves Saint Laurent. The EDT has an oil concentration of 5-15%. The EDP has a higher concentration, between 15-20%. The EDP, therefore, usually has greater sillage and better longevity.

Q: Is it for him or her?

A: YSL Opium perfume has been marketed to women since its introduction. In more recent years spicy amber fragrances have become popular with all sexes. Anyone who likes a rich, deep, luxurious scent can wear it.

Q: Does Opium perfume last long?

A: Many wearers call this perfume a "longevity beast." If you choose the EDT you can expect 4-5 hours of this feminine scent. Fans who wear the EDP report 7-8 hours of scent. Your results will depend upon factors such as how you apply the fragrance, your skin chemistry and the environment.

Q: What fragrances smell similar?

A: Yves Saint Laurent Opium perfume started a trend back in the 70s when it was released for the first time. As a result, there are now many fragrances that have been inspired by Opium's potent mix. Try the following:

  • Youth-Dew by Estée Lauder, a classic from 1953
  • Coco Eau de Parfum by Chanel, an amber fragrance from a famous house
  • Shalimar Eau de Parfum by Guerlain, an amber fragrance with strong oriental notes

Q: What season should I wear it?

A: Warm, dark ambers like Opium are best worn in the winter. You can also wear it in late autumn when it starts to turn chilly in the evenings. With patchouli and vanilla in the dry down, this is the kind of scent that invites snuggling by the fire and cozying up with friends while the storms rage outside.

Q: Where can I buy YSL Opium?

A: Perfume.com is perhaps one of the best online fragrance retailers because we offer the widest selection of authentic perfumes and colognes, competitive pricing and top-notch customer service.

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