THE HOUSE OF
Yves Saint LaurentThe nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Cresp
Black Opium Extreme
Description
The story behind this fragrance
Black Opium Extreme opens with the bitter-rich warmth of roasted cacao and coffee, immediately dark and tactile. Orange blossom and jasmine sambac emerge to soften that intensity, adding a whisper of floral brightness that feels almost creamy against the cocoa. As it settles, bourbon vanilla and patchouli anchor everything in deep, resinous sweetness—the vanilla turning dense and almost woody, the patchouli grounding the composition with earthy depth. Worn skin smells of honeyed vanilla wrapped in dark soil and smoke.
The Composition
A symphony of notes that unfold over time
TOP NOTES
First impression · 15–30 minutes
HEART NOTES
The soul · 2–4 hours
BASE NOTES
The lasting impression · 4+ hours
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